Media Adviser (EOB)

Office of the Hon Melissa Price MP

The office of the Hon Melissa Price MP​ is seeking applications for a ​full-time ongoing Media Adviser based in the Parliamentarian’s Durack ​Electorate Office in Geraldton, Western Australia.   

Position Overview  

As the main point of contact for engagement with journalists, the Media Adviser leads, develops and implements the Office’s media and communications strategy. 

Durack is the largest electorate in Australia and is made up in its entirety of rural, regional and remote areas. 

The key duties of the position include but are not limited to:  

• providing expert and timely advice on priority, complex media, communications and strategic matters focussed on effective engagement with audiences and constituents.   

• writing and editing media releases, speeches, social media posts, statements, op-eds and reports and newsletters that communicate policy and the work of the Parliamentarian.   

• preparing the Parliamentarian for media interviews and public communications.    

• creating and producing engaging content and messaging to communicate with a broad constituency from diverse communities and in a range of locations.   

• maintaining effective, professional relationships with journalists to communicate the policy agenda.  

• managing relationships with stakeholders, particularly with local media, and effectively engaging with them on the work of the Parliamentarian.   

·         Occasional interstate travel, which may require travel within the electorate and/or to Canberra with irregular work hours, particularly during parliamentary sitting weeks.  

• promoting, supporting and maintaining a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace culture. 

• performing other duties as required by the Parliamentarian and Office Manager. 

The ideal applicant should possess the following skills, qualifications, and experience:

• Experience in media/communications and public relations and is highly motivated, driving proactive and reactive public engagement.  

• Ability to engage with journalists and relevant content creators.   

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail and the ability to distil complex issues into easily understood messages.  

• Ability to work under pressure, to tight deadlines in an environment of competing and changing priorities.   

• High-level proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software and other relevant office and content creation applications, as well as social media platforms and associated programs.  

• Qualifications in journalism, public affairs or another relevant discipline will be highly regarded.   

• An appreciation of rural and remote living and an understanding of the agricultural, resources, fishing, horticultural and tourism industries is desirable.  A local knowledge of the electorate is also desirable but not essential.

Employment conditions:  

The position is offered under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act (1984) and conditions are outlined in the Commonwealth Members of Parliament Staff Enterprise Agreement 2024-27 which include: 

·         A commencing salary between $76,910 and $89,793 will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills. 

·         An additional optional allowance of up to ​$23,218​ may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work.

·         Relocation assistance, studies assistance and paid study leave may also be available (subject to eligibility requirements).  

·         An employer superannuation contribution of 15.4% will be payable.  

Applicants should note the following:  

·         This position is based in Geraldton, Western Australia.

·         An initial probationary period of three months may apply and may be subject to extension.  

·         The successful applicant may be required to undergo a National Police History Check.   

·         Staff may be subject to automatic cessation triggers in accordance with Section 14 of the MOP(S) Act.  

·         The successful applicant will be required to comply with their obligations under the Behaviour Codes and Standards.    

Applications consisting of a short covering letter addressing your interest in the position and relevant experiences, your CV and the names of two referees should be emailed Melissa.Price.MP@aph.gov.au

Contact Officer: For further information please contact De-Arne O’Neil on 08 9964 2195.

Applications close 3 November 2025