Your new company & Role

This prominent authority within the Victorian State Government is seeking a Senior Media Advisor to drive proactive PR management programs building brand recognition and maximise positive sentiment of their brand and services in the community. You will respond to media enquiries, research and develop reactive media statements, briefing documents and support materials within tight deadlines, ensuring their spokespeople are fully prepared. Whilst overseeing real-time and daily media monitoring and surveillance, including daily media monitoring and reporting by preparing and distributing the daily media report and alerts to management, flagging emerging opportunities and issues. You will also plan and pitch positive stories to the media (producers & journalists) to promote and generate increased positive coverage. This role will run for 3 months, working out of the Melbourne CBD on a hybrid working-model.

What you'll need to succeed

• Demonstrated proactive and reactive media management skills, including preparation of spokesperson briefing and support materials

• Experience working closely with a wide range of business stakeholders to identify opportunities and develop messaging

• Exceptional media management experience and PR skills

• Highly creative with exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Proven and demonstrated ability to plan and implement effective PR programs and media outreach to support delivery of business priorities, projects and campaigns via owned and earned channels

• Experience working within government is highly advantageous
  
  

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Daniel.Stephenson@hays,com,au, or call us now on 0396049659.

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