The Queensland Police Service's award-winning Media and Public Affairs team is dedicated to keeping Queensland safe and informed.
Managing media and external communications strategies on behalf of the QPS, you will work closely with a talented team of creative professionals on media strategy, campaigns and proactive content.
As part of this role, you'll also collaborate with internal stakeholders to support organisational change and key QPS projects and initiatives.
Your Key Accountabilities:
The core capability requirements for this role are:
* Develop, implement, and evaluate media management, corporate communication, public affairs and marketing strategies on behalf of regions, commands and divisions of the QPS.
* Oversee the production of news releases, multi-media news content, social media content, speaking points and materials for external communications.
* Manage the day-to-day operations of the Media Operations team, providing specialist media and organisational guidance to team members and overseeing the delivery of high-quality media services.
* Prepare and deliver media awareness and skills training sessions for QPS staff as required.
* Provide specialist advice to members of the QPS on media, public affairs and marketing issues.
* Identify proactive media, marketing and promotional opportunities for the QPS.
* Prepare complex news releases, talking points, speech notes and briefing material for use by QPS executives or the Minister.
* Represent the Media and Public Affairs Branch and the QPS at meetings with clients, stakeholders and potential corporate sponsors of the QPS.
Role Requirements:
Qualification
* Applicants with formal qualifications in journalism and public affairs will be favourably considered.
Technical/ Operational/ Educational experience
* Applicants with experience in journalism and public affairs will be favourably considered.
Other
* Rotational shift work between the hours of 6am and 6pm is required. Rotational weekend work is required. The business unit may schedule some duties outside of business hours. Inter/intra state travel may be required.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/655216/25
Closing Date: Tuesday, 2nd September 2025
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Government & Defence More than 10,000 employees
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is a dynamic, community-focused organisation.
Together we keep the people, places and communities of Queensland safe through excellence in policing and community safety services.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and sustainable workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Join us in building a safer and more resilient Queensland.
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is a dynamic, community-focused organisation.
Together we keep the people, places and communities of Queensland safe through excellence in policing and community safety services.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and sustainable workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Join us in building a safer and more resilient Queensland.
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