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Media and Communications Lead

Mid levelFull-timeHybridMoonee Valley Civic Centre/Pascoe Vale Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, AustraliaPosted 1 week agoVerified 2 weeks ago
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About the job

The Media and Communications Lead position at Moonee Valley City Council is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive communications professional to lead media relations and storytelling activities. This role is crucial in building awareness of Council's services and community outcomes, while also managing media issues and providing expert advice. The team thrives on collaboration and creativity, working closely with stakeholders to amplify Council's achievements and strengthen community understanding.

You'll be responsible for

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Managing media relations activities

Overseeing Council's media relations activities, including proactive opportunities and reactive media enquiries.
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Developing media strategies

Creating and implementing media strategies that support Council priorities and reputation.
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Preparing communications content

Drafting media releases, statements, speeches, and other communications materials.

Key criteria

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Media relations experience

Proven experience managing proactive and reactive media opportunities.

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Media strategy development

Experience developing and implementing media strategies for organizations.

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Strong writing skills

Demonstrated ability to create clear and engaging communications content.

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5 criteria for this job
Media relations experience
Proven experience managing proactive and reactive media opportunities.

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Media strategy development
Experience developing and implementing media strategies for organizations.

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Strong writing skills
Demonstrated ability to create clear and engaging communications content.

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Relationship building
Proven ability to build effective relationships with media and stakeholders.

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Political judgement
Sound political judgement in providing media advice during sensitive situations.

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