Support media and communications delivery at the heart of government, working across high-impact priorities and announcements.
About the Role
The Media Coordinator is a fast-paced, hands-on role supporting the delivery of media and communications activities across the Department. The role involves coordinating media materials, responding to enquiries and contributing to campaigns that promote government priorities and initiatives.
Based in the Media team within the Community Engagement branch in the Delivery and Engagement group, this role works closely with senior media advisors and key stakeholders. It includes preparing communication materials, supporting events and announcements, and managing media processes in a high-volume environment with competing priorities.
To learn more about the role, please review the Role Description.
We're Looking For
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Communication: Demonstrated experience writing clear, accurate content (e.g. media materials, briefings, presentations)
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Media & Communications: Experience supporting campaigns, media enquiries or content delivery across multiple channels
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Planning & Prioritisation: Capability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and respond to changing demands
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Systems & Tools: Experience using digital tools, shared inboxes or reporting systems to support communications work
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Delivery & Attention to Detail: Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality outputs in a fast-paced environment
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Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to build and maintain relationships to deliver coordinated outcomes.
We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Us?
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Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
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Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
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Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
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Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
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Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network
How to Apply
Interested applicants should first discuss and seek the support of their manager before applying.
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
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A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
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A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)
Closing date: Monday, 22 June 2026 (9:59 AM)
Salary: Classification Clerk Grade 5/6. Package includes base salary ($99,938 - $110,27 plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.
About the Premier's Department
Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government
The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier’s Department.
Our Commitment
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.
The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.
Additional Information
Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at
[email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager.
Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.
