Our client is a NSW government agency that manages iconic parkland in Sydney

Role Description:

The Media & Communications Officer will work in a small media team - collaborating with the Content and Marketing teams to develop stories and PR moments to positively engage audiences with the science, horticulture, education, and tourism initiatives of the parkland

The job is based in Sydney but involves travel to other sites at Mount Annan and Mount Tomah - a current Australian Driver's Licence is required

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and delivery of communications about the garden's science, horticulture, education and/or visitation initiatives to multiple audiences
• Develop media relationships to generate positive media coverage against annual performance targets
• Contribute to communications of appropriate standard and scientific rigour about the garden's research achievements to various technical and non-technical audiences including educators, scientists and the general community
• Coordinate communications designed for a range of audiences - to support business objectives for the communication and promotion of the gardens, it's programs and it's role in conserving the environment
• Contribute to the provision of advice to the organisation on the most appropriate responses to contentious public relations and communication issues
• Support the wider objectives of the Marketing and Engagement team through the development of other marketing and communication initiatives as required

Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Media, Communications, Public Relations, or related field
• Experience in media relations and issues management and/or experience in developing and commissioning engaging stories and multimedia content for traditional media or digital channels
• Proven experience in balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders and translating technical information into communications materials
• Strong writing and stakeholder engagement skills; with the ability to influence and build trust
• Able to work to deadlines in a high pressure environment
• Current Australian Driver's licence required

Consultant: Colin Massey

Keywords: Media Team, Media officer, Communications Officer, content, marketing, public relations, PR, media relations, multimedia, writing, issues management, research, horticulture, education, visitation initiatives, NSW government, parkland

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