Senior Media Advisor
The Media Adviser proactively develops and delivers integrated communications strategies and provides media management and advice.
Duties
* Provide strategic media advice on a diverse range of sensitive and complex matters.
* Develop proactive media strategies to support core business objectives and strategic goals.
* Prepare and issue media statements and announcements.
* Manage the delivery of timely, accurate and structured responses to media enquiries.
* Identify emerging critical issues and develop and implement issues management strategies.
* Develop and publish strategic media messaging across print, digital and social media channels.
* Coordinate the analysis/reporting of media coverage to key stakeholders including Executive.
* Liaise with and develop strong, productive relationships with a range of stakeholders including media, other government agencies, industry and community stakeholders and organisations.
Key Capabilities
* Bachelor's Degree in Communications or a related qualification, and/or demonstrated capability through past employment experience.
* Advanced level experience in media, writing and editing.
* Advanced level experience writing media releases.
* Demonstrated ability to liaise and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders, i.e. government agencies, journalists and staff.
* Substantial experience in the management of critical issues, development and implementation of proactive communication strategies.
* A high level of written and verbal communication skills including the ability to write plain English content for a range of media.
* Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing communication plans with customers.
* Ability to think creatively in a high-pressure environment while managing and prioritising competing activities and deadlines.
Apply NowIf you are a motivated Media Advisor looking for your next contract opportunity and are ready for an immediate start please Apply Now or reach out to Maddy Hellawell on with any questions.
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