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Media Manager

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-01 → 2026-10-02

Core

Lead strategic media engagement and public affairs for Victoria's busiest court system to shape public understanding of the justice sector.

Role type

Senior Media Manager (Public Affairs)

Builds

Media strategies, crisis communications, and executive communications for the Magistrates' Court of Victoria

Domain

Public sector / Justice system

Required skills

Strategic media engagement, crisis communications, issues management, executive communications, stakeholder relationship management, team leadership

Preferred skills

Public affairs expertise, reputation management, community engagement

Responsibilities

Lead development and delivery of strategic media and public affairs initiatives; Build and maintain strong relationships with metropolitan and regional media; Provide expert advice on media engagement, issues management and reputational risk; Manage complex and sensitive communications, including crisis responses; Develop speeches, presentations, briefs and executive communications for senior leaders; Lead, coach and support a small team of media professionals

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership