Senior Media and Content Officer (Contract)

About the role

A Queensland government agency based in the Brisbane CBD is looking for an AO6 Senior Media and Content Officer through Randstad on a 6-month temporary contract, with possible extension. The position is based in the Brisbane CBD with hybrid working flexibility and pays between $82.93 and $88.57 per hour plus superannuation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage incoming media enquiries, coordinate technical inputs and approvals, and support media briefings and interviews, including spokesperson preparation and logistics.
• Research, draft and produce communication collateral such as media releases, response lines, talking points, briefings, FAQs and story pitches.
• Create, publish and manage multimedia content (visual and video) across digital and social channels, supporting paid campaigns where needed.
• Translate complex bio security data into clear, actionable advice for diverse audiences with technical experts and incident management.
• Monitor news coverage, digital channels and public sentiment to track narratives, detect misinformation and adjust communication strategies.
• Coordinate with departmental teams, partner agencies and external stakeholders for consistent messaging.
• Follow incident command structures, clearance protocols and record-keeping, including on-call rosters for after-hours and weekends.

Required profile

• Proven experience handling fast-paced media enquiries, drafting releases and talking points and preparing spokespeople under tight deadlines.
• Ability to produce, edit and publish social media content including visual and video assets and support digital campaigns.
• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field would be well regarded.

What we offer

• Pay of $82.93-$88.57 per hour plus superannuation.
• Benefits platform with discounts at major retailers.
• Three pay runs per week.
• Early access to roles and an employee assistance program including counselling.

To apply, send your CV and cover letter to the recruiter at Randstad.