Media Advisor

Position: Media Advisor

The Community & Public Sector Union (CPSU - PSU Group) is seeking a dedicated media and campaigns professional to join the team. This role is vital to winning campaigns and growing the union.

Overview

This role entails connecting media work with campaign strategies. The ideal candidate has media relations or journalism experience, strong relationships with journalists, and a knack for pitching stories for maximum impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert media and communication support to senior officials.
• Develop and drive CPSU’s media strategy.
• Identify media opportunities to enhance public profile.
• Research, write, and manage production of various union communications.
• Serve as the primary contact for media inquiries.

Selection Criteria

• Excellent writing skills with work samples provided.
• Proven ability in media advice and risk management.
• Understanding of the media and political landscape in Australia.
• Capability to convert campaign issues into effective media pitches.
• Experience in managing relationships with diverse groups.
• Campaign experience and ability to integrate media with campaign levers.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage rapid responses.
• Commitment to union values and progressive politics.

Employment Conditions

Salary ranging from $121,730 to $136,786 with negotiable factors and 15.4% superannuation. Benefits include flexible hours, 13 accrued days off a year, and generous family friendly conditions including 26 weeks Paid Parental Leave. The position is full time, subject to a 6-month probation period.

How to Apply

Address the Selection Criteria and complete the on-line Employment Application Questionnaire at this link by Monday 23rd February 2026, close of business. For inquiries, contact Tori McGregor, Acting Director of Campaigns and Communications at tori.mcgregor@cpsu.org.au.

Key skills/competency

Media Relations, Journalism, Campaign Strategy, Communication, Writing, Pitching, Leadership, Deadline Management, Political Awareness, Union Advocacy