Applications are invited for the full-time ongoing position of Media Adviser to join the Office of the Hon Anne Aly MP. The role will be based in Perth, WA or Canberra, ACT.
Ministerial staff form an integral part of Government, providing indispensable political, policy and administrative support to Ministers as they carry out their executive responsibilities. They work in conjunction with the apolitical Australian Public Service to deliver the Government’s agenda.
Government staff represent the diverse Australian community they serve. Applications from Australians with diverse backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged.

1. Provide expert and timely advice on priority, complex and sensitive media, communications and strategic matters.
2. Maintain effective relationships with the Prime Minister’s Office, other Ministerial Offices and the Australian Public Service on all priority, complex and sensitive issues.
3. Maintain effective relationships with the Press Gallery and other journalists in relation to the Minister’s announcements and policy agenda, and the agenda of the Government more generally.
4. Ensure that the resources of the portfolio Department are effectively utilised to provide high level and appropriate advice and support to the Minister.
5. Liaise with media and portfolio stakeholders as directed or required.
6. Provide advice and support on parliamentary matters including Question Time, speeches, legislative processes and parliamentary business.
7. Monitor and advise on media and communication developments.
8. Provide input into communications strategies as required.
9. Provide high quality advice in relation to communication strategy and planning and the Government’s wider strategic priorities.
10. Regular interstate travel will be required for this role.