Senior Media Advisor

• Salary $123,337.24 to $143,070.72 p/a + super
• Permanent full time position – 35 hours per week
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.

About the role

Council is seeking a skilled media professional to manage media relations, shape public messaging, and support strategic communication across the organisation.

Reporting to the Manager Corporate Communications, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide strategic media advice to the Mayor, Councillors, senior staff and the Corporate Communications team
• Manage relationships with local and metropolitan media to ensure accurate and timely coverage
• Plan and deliver proactive media campaigns for Council projects, services and key issues
• Prepare high-level written content including speeches, briefing notes, reports, and public communications
• Monitor and respond to media coverage, including during emergencies or emerging issues

Required experience & skills:

• Tertiary qualifications in media relations, public relations, journalism or a related field
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence
• Over 10 years’ experience in senior media, journalism or public relations roles
• Exceptional writing skills across media releases, speeches, reports, and strategic plans
• Proven ability to manage media relations and respond effectively under pressure
• Skilled at translating complex information into clear, engaging public content
• Strong understanding of government processes, legislation and the political environment
• Confident communicator with experience in social media, stakeholder engagement, and crisis response
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team

* While the role is advertised as full-time, we may consider a job share arrangement depending on business needs. If this is something you would like to be considered for, please indicate this in your application

Benefits

• 35 hour working week
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Health & Fitness $100 yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
• Supportive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more? Contact Virginia Leafe on 9424 0747

Closes: 11:30pm, Wednesday 11 June 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer