Strategic Media Lead - Temporary 12-Month Role

the original; Sydney; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Accessible workplace

Job summary

Ministry of Health in NSW seeks a Principal Media Advisor for a twelve-month temporary role within the Media team. You will provide expert media advice to key stakeholders across the health system and lead on proactive media stories to enhance public awareness.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive public affairs experience, and the ability to manage high volumes of media inquiries, with rostered early morning and after-hours availability.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in public affairs, journalism, or strategic communications.
• Proven ability to lead a team and develop outreach strategies.
• Flexible to work early mornings, after hours, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a busy media team and respond to inquiries.
• Provide advice to stakeholders and demonstrate initiative.
• Help develop strategic communications plans with external and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Public affairs

Journalism

Strategic communications

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Ministry of Health in NSW seeks a Principal Media Advisor for a twelve-month temporary role within the Media team. You will provide expert media advice to key stakeholders across the health system and lead on proactive media stories to enhance public awareness.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive public affairs experience, and the ability to manage high volumes of media inquiries, with rostered early morning and after-hours availability.