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    Media Adviser, Communications Branch - Barton, Australia - Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet

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    Description
    • Ongoing & Non-ongoing For a period of up to 12 months
    • APS Level 5 ($85,633 - $91,549),APS Level 6 ($94,715 - $106,438) plus 15.4% superannuation'
    • Barton, ACT
    • Location: Barton, ACT
    • Application Closing Date: 19-May-2024

    Classification

    APS Level 5 ($85,633 - $91,549), APS Level 6 ($94,715 - $106,

    Employment Type

    Ongoing & Non-ongoing (For a period of up to 12 months)

    This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the PM&C delegate.

    Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for an initial period of up to 12 months, with possibility of extension up to a maximum period of two years.

    A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement.

    Flexible Work

    Flexible working arrangements will be considered

    The Opportunity

    We are looking for a Media Adviser to join the Communications Branch.

    The Communications Branch provides media and communications support to the department, Prime Minister and portfolio ministers. The Branch is a dynamic, fast-paced and friendly place to work. Media Advisers are responsible for providing strategic media and issues management advice to a wide range of areas in the department. Our core business includes providing timely and appropriate responses to media enquiries, producing high-quality media materials and overseeing media monitoring.

    You will provide media support for major Prime Ministerial events, including overseas travel and incoming Guest of Government visits, State Funerals and other events. You will operate as part of a broader team reporting to the Director, Public Affairs and Media. The role also works in partnership with areas across the department on media and communications strategies for their projects. The role requires occasion travel and participation in an on-call roster. We value team members who can think strategically, work across a number of issues and projects, and deliver outcomes to deadlines. We are a motivated and professional department with a diverse range of skills and backgrounds.

    If you like variety, complexity and being at the centre of new policy initiatives, PM&C is for you.

    A merit pool may be established and used to fill the same of similar vacancies for 18 months from the date of advertising.

    Our Ideal Candidate

    Our ideal candidates will be team players who have good judgement and a strong work ethic. They will bring a keen interest in public policy and experience in media, public relations or strategic communications. We welcome candidates with backgrounds in government, private or not-for-profit who are interested in applying their skills to a diverse range of policy areas. We are looking for people who are comfortable with uncertainty and complexity, and who can liaise comfortably with stakeholders at all levels to deliver projects on time and to a high standard.

    You will have:

    • strong written and verbal communication skills
    • excellent judgement and good people skills
    • experience in issues management and media liaison
    • a keen interest in current affairs and the policies and programs of the Australian Government
    • the ability to be flexible and respond constructively to tight deadlines, change and uncertainty
    • strong project management, organisational and planning skills – including excellent attention to detail
    • a willingness to travel and participate in an out of hours and weekend roster, when required.
    Desirable experience includes:
    • working as a journalist
    • managing events and logistics
    • experience in foreign affairs or working with international delegations.

    Eligibility

    To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.

    The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check.

    Security Clearance Required

    Negative Vetting Level 1 (Secret)



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