Are you a media and social media superstar ready to tell stories that matter? The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV) is looking for a creative and strategic Senior Media and Communications Officer to join a small, dynamic team shaping the department’s reputation and showcasing its initiatives.

You’ll play a pivotal role in crafting engaging social media content, delivering proactive and reactive media, writing speeches, building strong stakeholder relationships and more. If you’re motivated, organised, eager to learn, and thrive on collaboration, this role is your chance to combine creativity with purpose. Bring your sharp writing skills, attention to detail, and passion for storytelling to help us connect with communities and make a difference!

Job details

The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV), previously known as the Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water, is at the forefront of driving sustainable growth across Queensland. Our mission is to manage water resources responsibly and empower councils to support and grow Queensland communities. With over 700 dedicated professionals across Brisbane and regional offices, we work tirelessly to ensure that Queensland's communities, businesses, and water resources thrive.

Key Duties & Accountabilities
• Develop and implement contemporary and cohesive social media and media
strategies, materials and activities.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the Media and Communication team on the planning and implementation of strategic social media and media activities.
• Liaise with and develop strong, positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including media, government, industry and community stakeholders and organisations.
• Work with internal client areas to identify and develop proactive mainstream and social media opportunities.
• Advise clients on media and social media strategies.
• Create simple graphics and content for use on social media.
• Manage media enquiries (including writing responses, quickly).
• Write media releases.
• Actively participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary communication team
providing a wide range of media and social media services.
• Other duties as directed and required.

Role requirements
• There are no mandatory requirements for this role. However, relevant qualification in a communication related area (i.e. Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing) or demonstrated experience in a media environment is highly desirable.
• Travel away from the work location may be required from time to time. This may involve travel outside of normal office hours and/or overnight accommodation.

Queensland Public Sector Inclusion and Diversity Strategy DLGWV is committed to respecting, protecting and promoting human rights in our decision-making and actions. We value the diversity of our workforce and are guided by the Queensland Public Sector Inclusion and Diversity Strategy. Please refer to our: Equity and Diversity Plan, Cultural capability action plan, disability service plan and multicultural action plan. We strive to create a respectful and rewarding workplace culture that encourages, recognises and embraces every individual's contribution within a collaborative environment that allows all employees to thrive. We believe our workforce should represent the community we serve. We strongly encourage enquiries and applications from people with diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

To apply for this role, you will need to submit the following document/s:
• Your current resume detailing your previous work, voluntary or relevant experience including two referees who have personally observed you displaying the competencies required for this role.
• A brief letter (1-2 pages) telling us why you are interested in this role and how your skills and experience complement this role. This should not be a restatement of your resume. It is your opportunity to tell us about yourself, how you meet the required competencies, key duties and responsibilities, and any specific role requirements including what skills you'll bring to the role. 

Applications to remain current for 12 months. 

Job Ad Reference: QLD/659970/25

Closing Date: Friday, 26th September 2025

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Pack v8.1 (PDF, 800KB)
  
  
  659970 25 Role description (Word, 4.18MB)