Senior Media Officer

Do you want to join our fun, fast-paced and fantastic media team as an AO5 senior media officer? Scroll no further, you've found the right job. We work across such a diverse range of interesting and important portfolios!From dingos, to crocs, to making Queensland the tourism events capital of Australia, scientific breakthroughs, and entrepreneurial endeavours, no two days are the same at DETSI.If you're passionate about creating innovative and engaging content, managing media to influence narratives on important issues, promoting the department's priorities, crafting compelling stories that resonate with audiences, and leveraging data and insights to maximise media impact while effectively handling reputational challenges, this role is for you.About The DepartmentThe Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) recognises the enormous value a clean environment, a growing tourism industry, an innovative society and economy, and a diverse and inclusive culture makes to Queenslanders' lives. As a diverse organisation, the department brings together environment, heritage protection, national parks, science and innovation to help achieve government objectives for a better Queensland. At DETSI we recognise, respect and value First Nations people and cultures.Your ContributionAs the Media Officer you will deliver creative, engaging content to promote the department's priorities and achievements in the media. You will have a nose for a great story that captures an audience's attention and be able to work collaboratively across the branch and the department to bring it to life.You'll be a key contributor to project teams, implementing proactive media plans and identifying opportunities to boost coverage using data and insights.You will manage media releases and incoming media inquiries, write compelling speeches for senior leaders, review data reports on your work and provide administrative support to the team, while contributing to a team culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in communications, journalismor public relations, demonstrate innovative thinking, and excel in collaborative, fast-paced environments.Your roleAs The Media Officer (A05) You Will Identify opportunities to proactively promote the department's priorities and achievements Research, write, review and edit media releases and media responses and othermedia materials Draft short or keynote speeches for the department and for the minister, including presentation materials Facilitate and track the management of media releases and responses between the Media Unit, business units, Deputy Directors-General and the Minister's office. Develop media opportunities for the Minister's Office Liaise with journalists on departmental matters Communicate critical public safety information during serious incidents including wildlife attacks and natural disasters Use data-driven insights to support the continuous improvement of the media team's output and impact, and generate reports on your work Participate in a shared out of hours on-call roster to manage media issues and requests outside normal office hours Foster a workplace culture that supports and promotes the interests of First Nations people and actively engage through our work to contribute to better outcomes for First Nations people.How To ApplyThe selection panel will assess your ability to perform the work required of the position based on your application and other selection processes which may includean interview and/or work test. Pre-employment checks, including referee checks will be conducted.To apply, lodge an application online at www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au that consists of the following: your current resume of no more than 3 pages a short two-page statement that briefly describes why you are the best suited person for this role--noting, our department values equity and diversity so please include information that will help us understand how you could contribute to our workforce diversity.For more information on the role please contact Ben Tracey on 0499 721 075 or ben.tracey@detsi.qld.gov.auApplications to remain current for 12 monthsOccupational group Marketing, PR & Communication