Social media & Content Officer - Digital

6-month contract opportunity

Your new company 
Are you an experienced communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys translating complex information into clear, engaging content?
Hays is partnering with a Queensland Government organisation to recruit a Senior Media & Content Officer, Digital for a high-profile project focused on public information, stakeholder engagement and community awareness. This is an opportunity to contribute to a significant government initiative, delivering timely communications that support informed decision-making and community confidence.
Your new role 
Working as part of a collaborative communications team, you will play a key role in delivering digital content, media communications and stakeholder messaging across a dynamic and evolving project environment.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and delivering digital content across social media and online platforms
• Writing engaging content including media releases, FAQs, briefing notes, talking points and communication materials
• Responding to media enquiries and supporting media coordination activities
• Identifying proactive communication opportunities to educate and inform key audiences
• Monitoring media coverage, public sentiment and emerging issues, providing recommendations and response strategies
• Creating and coordinating visual and digital content, including social media assets and campaign materials
• Working closely with subject matter experts to translate technical information into audience-friendly messaging
• Supporting communication activities across multiple stakeholders and project teams
• Reporting on communication performance and audience engagement metrics

What you'll need to succeed 
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Previous experience in media, communications, public affairs or digital content roles
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce accurate and engaging content under tight deadlines
• Experience managing social media channels and digital communications
• The ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Sound judgement when managing sensitive or rapidly changing information
• Experience working within government, emergency response, public sector or highly regulated environments will be highly regarded
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or a related discipline will be advantageous

What you'll get in return 

• Brisbane CBD location
• Opportunity for flexible working arrangements
• Experience contributing to a meaningful and high-profile government project
• Competitive hourly rate

What you need to do now 
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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