Job details
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| Reference: | Ad-30017 |
| Posted: | about 5 years ago |
Job description
- Immediate start - contract opportunity
- Engage with stakeholders across the business
- Based in Northern suburbs
- Attractive hourly rate
An exciting opportunity to work for a multifaceted, fast paced local government in a supportive environment based in the Northern suburbs. The role will report to the Unit Manager of Communications and will mainly undertake external communications activities.
Responsibilities will include:
- Managing Council's media relations which includes preparing for potential issues
- Establishing and developing the council's media and issues management policy
- Developing strategic communication plans in order to promote Council across the community to all stakeholders
- Assisting with the annual review of Council's crisis and emergency communications plan
- Planning media campaigns to support strategic objectives
To be successful in this role;
- You will have demonstrated experience in crisis management in communications
- Previous local government experience would be advantageous
- You will be experience in implementing media and communication strategies
- Tertiary qualification in public relations, journalism or communications
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal