Vacancy Number

ER1949

Position Title

Media Officer

Employment Status

Permanent, Full Time

Department

Strategy, People and Performance

Location

Bundall Precinct

Award Classification

Stream A, Level 5

Salary

$90,807 - $94,572 per annum, plus superannuation

Hours

36.00 hours per week

About your new role

The Media Officer is responsible for assisting with the delivery of media and communications activities to meet the operational and project-related needs of the organisation.

This will include providing timely and accurate media responses to media enquiries, identifying and developing positive media opportunities, public information and warnings during a disaster or emergency response and writing media releases.

Responsibilities include:
• Work collaboratively to build and maintain relationships with journalists.
• Write, edit and distribute media releases and media statements to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate and host press conferences and other media opportunities to positively promote the City.
• Work with other departments to ensure consistent and accurate messaging by following branch and City guidelines.
• Write key messages and brief the Mayor’s office to facilitate timely and accurate information.
• Manage media monitoring and distributing media reports to internal stakeholders.
• Provide guidance via Public Information and Warnings support for disaster management by following City policy and procedures
• Ensure that communications adhere to the City Communication Guide and relevant policies and legal requirements.
• Provides relevant subject matter expertise to support business planning across the organisation and strengthen the reputation of the Media & Communications team as valued business advisors.
• The Media Officer is part of the Media & Communications Team, which sits within the Office of the CEO. Therefore, close working relationships with the broader team are essential to foster information sharing and collaboration for both internal and external audiences.
• Complete administration duties including filing to meet record keeping standards

We're looking for people who have:
• Diploma in Communication, Public Relations or a related field or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in communications, preferably in a public sector or large organisational setting.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

9-day fortnight

Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations

Personal and professional development courses

Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport

4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member

1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

How to apply

For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.

Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

Documents need to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email [email protected]

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Contact Person

Lisa Grundy

Contact Email

[email protected]

Closing Date

Monday 7th July 2025

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.