This role supports the development and operation of a high-performing media function and maintains the delivery of high-quality outcomes across earned, owned and shared media channels

Job details

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Media Officer to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Prepare media and other communication materials including media releases/responses
• Produce, shoot and edit videos and undertake photography at professional standard
• Foster positive relationships with local journalists across all mediums
• Contribute to and maintain a pre-planned social media calendar

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Track record in proactive and reactive media relations and social media management
• While not mandatory, a relevant qualification would be well regarded
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Permanent full time
• Base salary ranging from $105 568 - $114 861 per annum

About Us

The Strategic Communication and Engagement unit oversees the implementation of Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS) communication and engagement strategy, with the objective of enhancing and protecting the organisation's reputation as a world-class provider of health services and a leading employer. It manages production of high-quality communication and engagement activity across a variety of channels for both internal and external audiences and provides strategic advice to the executive team and other GCHHS divisions.

 About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 16 May 2025

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC634675

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

Further information

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

***APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ONLINE*** Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.

Documents

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

• GC634675 -RD (PDF, 718KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 268KB)
  Information Package for Applicants