The Office of the Hon Andrew Gee MP is seeking applications for a full-time ongoing Media Adviser based in the Member’s Calare Electorate Office in Orange, NSW.
The responsibilities of the role are, but are not limited to:
* Developing, implementing and driving the media strategy.
* Providing strategic and operational advice to the MP and Chief of Staff on all media and related activities.
* Proactive and strategic media liaison including initiating, managing and responding to media enquiries and activities in relation to print, radio, TV and social media.
* Manage end to end advertising across all channels including print, radio, socials and TV.
* Daily proactive media monitoring reporting for relevant coverage and press mentions in addition to identifying opportunities and risks.
* Production experience an advantage in creating content for radio, TV and social media.
* Developing and managing the social media strategy and organising a content pipeline from planning to execution including copy and video to increase audience engagement and reach across all channels.
* Writing and/or overseeing the development of copy for all print, social media and radio and television advertising.
* Proactively preparing media releases and statements to respond to key issues in the electorate and parliament.
* Writing speeches for parliamentary sitting weeks.
* Preparing for all media interviews.
* Preparing electorate wide communication to constituents including but not limited to newsletters and other publications.
* Managing the website and ensuring all copy and images are up to date and relevant.
* Supporting the Chief of Staff in the day-to-day operations of a sitting week including understanding the process of parliamentary business.
* Attending each Parliamentary Sitting Week in Canberra.
Applicants should possess the following skills and experience:
* Tertiary qualifications in communication, public affairs or journalism, or equivalent experience.
* Advanced level of writing, editing and proofing skills, including writing for different communication channels with a high level of attention to detail.
* Demonstrated experience in developing media strategies and plans and ability to measure success.
* Demonstrated media liaison experience, either as a journalist or working in a communications team.
* Demonstrated ability to prepare communications materials for a range of media, including media releases, speeches and newsletters.
* Strong organisational and time management skills, with demonstrated ability to work on a range of ongoing projects and manage competing demands, develop innovative solutions and make sound decisions to meet deadlines.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with staff, stakeholders, including the general community and the media, to achieve communication outcomes.
* Strong self-motivation with demonstrated capacity to work independently and as an effective and productive member of a team.
* An understanding of the Australian system of government and parliamentary processes.
* Well-developed office administration and IT skills including Microsoft Office.
* Well-developed skills in production are desirable e.g. Adobe Premier Pro.
Employment Conditions
The position is offered under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 and conditions are outlined in the Commonwealth Members of Parliament Staff Enterprise Agreement 2024-27 which include:
* A commencing salary between $109,788 and $154,780 will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.
* An optional additional allowance of $34,223 may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work.
* An employer superannuation contribution of 15.4% will be payable.
Applicants should note the following:
* A probationary period of three months will apply and may be subject to extension.
* The successful applicant may be required to undergo a National Police History Check.
* Staff may be subject to automatic cessation triggers in accordance with Section 14 of the MOP(S) Act.
* The successful applicant will be required to comply with their obligations under the Behaviour Codes and Standards.
Applications should be forwarded to and include a resume with the names of two referees and a cover letter addressing the relevant skills and experience required for the role.
Applications close on Thursday 16 April. Applications and interviews will be reviewed and conducted on an ongoing basis from the application opening date, it is encouraged you submit your application as soon as possible.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $109,788.00 – $154,780.00 per year
Work Location: In person