At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and implement strategic communications plans while managing media enquiries.
- Company: Join a local council in Sydney's North Shore with a supportive work culture.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, flexible hybrid work, and impactful community projects.
- Other info: Gain valuable experience in the local government sector with career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the local community through engaging communication.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and experience in media relations and public relations.
The predicted salary is between 40.5 - 49.5 $ per hour.
Public Sector People have partnered with a local council in Sydney's North Shore to recruit for a Communications Officer for an initial 3 month contract with the potential for extension.
The Opportunity
In this contract role, you'll play a vital role in developing and implementing strategic communications plans. You'll be responsible for managing media enquiries, crafting engaging content for a variety of audiences, and ensuring clear and consistent messaging across all channels.
Here's what you'll be doing:
- Drafting high quality media releases, press kits, and other communications materials
- Managing media enquiries and fostering positive relationships with journalists
- Developing and implementing engaging content for digital and traditional media platforms
- Conceiving, developing, implementing and critically assessing communications and marketing plans
- Proactively identifying and crafting stories that showcase the organisation's services and achievements
- Contributing to the development and implementation of communication strategies
- Liaising with internal stakeholders across various departments
Do you have:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to tailor your message to diverse audiences
- Demonstrated experience in media relations and public relations
- Experience working in local government
- Experience developing and delivering communication campaigns across multiple channels, including digital and traditional media
- Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines efficiently
- The ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team
Benefits:
- Work on projects that make a real difference to the local community
- Contribute to a dynamic and supportive work environment
- Enjoy a competitive hourly rate and a flexible hybrid working arrangement
- Gain valuable experience in the local government sector
About Public Sector People
Public Sector People is a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented professionals with rewarding opportunities within the NSW Public Sector. We offer a personalised approach and support throughout your recruitment journey.
Communications Officer in Sydney employer: Public Sector People
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