Media Officer

Join City of Moreton Bay as a Media Officer and help keep our growing community well informed with all the great things happening in our city!

Our small and highly respected media team is growing from 2 to 4... and we are on the search to fill this BRAND NEW role.

As one of our Media Officer's, we will look to you to play a key role in developing and delivering proactive and reactive media content, creative media /public relations plans, and support in issues management.

You will focus on maximising media opportunities through collaborating with media contacts and key internal and external stakeholders, whilst also proactively managing reputational risk through identifying emerging issues. You will also:

• Prepare and issue media strategies, releases and statements.
• Research and prepare responses to media enquiries within tight deadlines.
• Manage and implement media events to attract coverage of public announcements.
• Monitor media coverage and provide relevant reporting to manage crisis situations, measure effectiveness of campaigns, and inform content and opportunities.

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About you

We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic media and PR professional, with a proven ability to provide the media perspective within a corporate environment to develop proactive news angles that work!

You will thrive in working in a reactive, quick turnaround type environment - with a calm approach and ability to apply a strategic level consideration whilst meeting those tight deadlines.

With a forensic eye for detail and experience and enthusiasm for turning complicated topics/research/analysis into more easily comprehended messages for target audiences, you will quickly become a valued member of our team.

This is an opportunity to be involved in working with subject matter experts for such a great diversity of topics.  Where else but Local Government will you gain insights into Local Laws, Planning, Waste Services, Economic Development, Sport and Recreation, Community Facilities, Libraries... and so much more!

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our region. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day (72.5-hour) fortnight, plus a hybrid, flexible working environment with some work-from-home days.
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training and Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, chaplaincy program, and Mates in Construction program.
• Our Strathpine office has local parking on site and is close to public transport networks, making for an easy commute.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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Your Future City.
See it. Shape it. Live It.