Senior Media Advisor

• Flexible hybrid working conditions
• Dynamic team
• Possibility of further extensions

• 6-month contract 
• State Government Agency 
• Parramatta Location 

About the company
Karlka Recruiting Group has partnered with a State Government Agency to engage a Senior Media Advisor. This position is located in their busy Parramatta office for an initial 6-month contract.
  
About the Position
You will provide support strong and effective working relationships with media, government, and stakeholders, to protect and promote the department’s corporate reputation and contribute to the delivery of Corporate Plan objectives, while providing advice to internal stakeholders to manage reputation risk in accordance with the socio-political climate.


Duties 

• Develop responses to media issues, inquiries, and opportunities with other teams (social, internal, community etc) including preparation of media statements, alerts, strategies and releases in a highly effective and timely manner
• Keep up to date with emerging media trends and non-traditional media channels and update media and stakeholder strategy accordingly
• Provide advice on media messaging and management approaches and escalate issues when required
• The role will require work on weekends, and some after-hours work as required as part of an on-call media team, with additional on-call requirements under the Emergency Management Team during any crisis

Requirements/Skills

• Degree qualifications in communications, journalism, public policy, public relations, business
• Proven background of media relations
• Valid driver’s licence

Benefits working with Karlka Recruiting Group 

• Weekly pay  
• Ongoing support: Pre, during and post placement 
• Dedicated consultant per contract
• Employee Assistance Program available
• Our agency supports Indigenous communities 

How to Apply
Apply now to be considered for submission to our client by 10am on 10/11/2025
Consultant:  Sandi
Email for questions only: recruitment@karlkarecruiting.com.au
*Please apply through this portal. Any applications through email may be missed.

Nyiyaparli and other Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Applications received after the due date may be considered for similar roles.

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