Media Advisor

At a Glance

Work type: 35 hrs per week
Salary: From $ 134,967.65 + 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Full Time, Term Contract for up 6 months.
Closing date: 9pm, Sunday 11 October 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we’re heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

About the role

Reporting to the Media Team Leader, this position is responsible for providing advice and assistance to the Lord Mayor, Council staff and Executive team on the approved media strategy and other media management issues.

In this role you will: 

• Develop and deliver proactive media strategies, campaigns and promotional opportunities to enhance Council and Lord Mayor visibility.
• Act as Council’s primary media contact, preparing media releases, speeches, briefings and responses that are timely, accurate and impactful.
• Monitor media and news cycles, manage emerging issues, and provide strategic media advice and responses.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, government representatives, community groups and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate media activities at events and represent Council through flexible after-hours and weekend work when required. 

What’s on offer

We are offering a full time term contract for up to 6 months, with a competitive remuneration package from $134,967.65 plus 12% superannuation.

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes: 

• Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period 
• Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
• Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
• Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning 

About you

The successful candidate is someone who:

• Understanding of political processes and the operation of Local Government, the NSW Parliament and Government, supported by appropriate experience and achievements.
• Demonstrable achievement in developing and maintaining an extensive network of contacts across a range of political government and government organisations.
• Demonstrable experience in communications with significant experience in media and government relations, including experience with social and digital channels within a fast paced environment
• Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing effective media and communication strategies, including crisis management in a complex environment that increase and protect the positive profile of the organisation and raise the public understanding of its programs and services.
• Demonstrable ability to develop and maintain an extensive network of contacts across a range of stakeholder groups including media, community and business groups.

• Experience in working collaboratively as part of a team, and in cross-functional workplace teams, to achieve agreed outcomes.

   

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:
Qualifications/Licences: 

• Degree qualification in Communication, Journalism, Politics or Public Relations, or another appropriate qualification combined with extensive relevant political media and communications experience and at least 5 years of experience.
• Specific qualifications in media relations or communications.
• Knowledge of current government policies, structures and processes.

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. 

Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description. 

For a confidential discussion, please contact The Recruitment Team via [email protected].

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Sunday 11 October 2026. 

Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.

Please upload:

• Current resume and cover letter addressing the Position Description

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol‑free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Eligibility: 
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.