KEY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Qualifications or experience in journalism, communications, or public affairs.
• Understanding of current affairs, contentious issues management, and end-to-end strategic communications campaign delivery.

ABOUT US

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

THE ROLE

As a Senior Media and Communications Advisor, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing complex media issues, developing creative communications campaigns, and delivering high impact content. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, helping to shape public messaging and ensure clear, timely, and effective communications.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Drive media engagement – Develop and deliver proactive media strategies, manage high-profile media enquiries, and provide expert communications advice to internal stakeholders.
• Solve complex communication challenges – Anticipate risks, manage issues, and craft strategic responses to emerging media and public relations matters.
• Develop high-impact content – Write compelling media releases, website content, presentations, and stakeholder communications.
• Shape and deliver campaigns – Help plan and deliver integrated communication campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Monitor and analyse media trends – Provide insights on media coverage, public sentiment, and communication effectiveness.
  For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Media and Communications Advisor

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

You are proactive and adaptable, with a strategic mindset. You have experience handling high-stakes media issues, working with senior leaders, and crafting messages that influence and engage.

You’ll succeed in this role if you:

• Have a strong understanding of media strategy and issues management.
• Are a skilled storyteller who can translate complex information into clear, compelling messaging.
• Can conceptualise and deliver visual, written, and experiential campaigns.
• Can manage multiple priorities under pressure and respond quickly to fast-moving media and communications issues.
• Work well with senior stakeholders and are comfortable providing trusted advice and counsel.
• Have an adaptable approach and can bring fresh, creative ideas to the table.