We are seeking a skilled and motivated Media Officer to support the Manager, Media in executing strategic communications initiatives. In this role, you will provide vital advice to business partners, ensuring the dissemination of important information to our customers while enhancing the reputation of our organisation. You will play a crucial part in developing and implementing both proactive and reactive media, social media, and public relations strategies to manage issues and crises effectively.
Key Accountabilities:
- Provide professional assistance in public affairs, reviewing contentious issues, and preparing and issuing media statements with the necessary approvals
- Contribute to event management for public appearances and craft materials for public speaking engagements to achieve event objectives
- Support the evaluation of media coverage while identifying opportunities and risks, providing advice and briefing notes for senior staff and the Minister
- Coordinate with the Minister’s office on media issues to ensure consistent communication across the portfolio
- Collect and communicate current affairs and developments relevant to the transport portfolio
- Assist in developing effective public affairs and media policy and procedures
- Demonstrate leadership behaviors that contribute to delivering organizational outcomes for our customers, our people, and the community at large
Key Challenges:
- Navigating the unpredictable nature of media issues while managing competing deadlines in a demanding work environment
- Delivering accurate information promptly under critical deadlines
- Building and maintaining strong consultative relationships with internal business partners and government stakeholders
Key Knowledge and Experience:
- Previous media experience for a government agency
- Proven experience in journalism, media relations, or public relations within a contentious and complex environment, preferably in the public or private sector
- Strong knowledge of media management and communication principles and practices.
Essential Requirements:
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
- Availability on a call roster as needed
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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