Public Affairs Assistant, Press and Media

Public Affairs Assistant, Press and Media

• Full Time
• $114,380 + 12% Super + bonus (performance).

About the Role

Working in the Public Affairs section of the Consulate, the Public Affairs Assistant, Press and Media is part of the Mission’s country wide press and media team.

This includes building, maintaining, and creating content for Consulate digital properties (social media, website content); and contributing to countrywide digital engagement.

Duties

• Designs and implements press and media activities for the Consulate to promote balanced and informed coverage of U.S. policy.
• Organizes and hosts public online discussion, promotes Mission news and information.
• Develops and recommends strategies for Consulate engagement with Australian press and media.
• Organizes press and media engagement for all Mission agencies.

Skills and Experience

• Four (4) years of experience in a media outlet, think tank, university, NGO, international organization, foreign embassy, government office, or corporation with responsibility for public relations, public affairs, journalism, communications, marketing, managing public relations, outreach events, press conferences, and other media interactions as significant parts of the job is required.
• A university degree in Journalism, Communications, Business, Marketing or related major is required.
• Fluent; speaking/reading/writing is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

How to Apply

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When submitting your application, please ensure you submit your resume or CV. Please make sure you clearly answer the education and your work experience against the specific requirements of the role.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4 October, 2024

If you have any questions or concerns about the application process, please email:  MELBHR@state.gov

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