About the client:
Our client exists to build and maintain a cohesive and harmonious society that enriches the lives of all people in NSW. The work is guided by the NSW Act 2000, which establishes our client as the lead NSW Government agency for promoting principles of inclusion and resolving issues relating to cultural diversity.
Through strategies, policies, programs and services, they promote the equal rights and responsibilities of all the people of New South Wales, where individuals share a commitment to New South Wales and Australia, diversity is regarded as an asset, and English is the common language.
About the role:
This role promotes and monitors through all mainstream and media in order to foster and maintain the company’s profile.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Collaborate with the Associate Director, Communication to develop media communication for the Minister.
- Write media releases and media statements that align with Strategic Plan.
- Monitor media and follow media issues. Deliver daily media reporting.
- Develop responses to media enquiries and issues to provide timely and appropriate responses in a way that mitigates risk and promotes the reputation.
- Prepare a range of media materials for key stakeholders, including briefings, statements and media releases to support events, provide information and respond to issues.
- Maintain a weekly media calendar of story ideas.
- Ensure information on new contacts, organisations or changes to existing media contacts and organisations is up to date, to ensure database remains accurate.
- Other communications projects as required.
- Some out of hours work may be required.
- Demonstrating high-level communication skills; both written and verbal and keeping calm when confronted by confidential and sensitive situations and events.
- Establishing, maintaining and building positive relationships with stakeholders across community and media groups
- Keeping abreast of emerging issues and media developments to support where necessary a response in a timely manner.
- Ensuring that communication of any context, information and key developments are shared with relevant stakeholders for their action and/or response.
What's on offer?
The contract term is for 4 weeks with potential extensions.
Located in Parramatta, NSW on a hybrid working arrangement.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. We will be in touch with further instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Please note that you will be required to complete selection criteria to complete your application for this role.
Call George Wright on 0480 011 549 or email georgew@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
