A leading semi-state organisation is seeking a Public Affairs and Media Manager to lead engagement with government departments, elected representatives, regulators, media, and other key stakeholders. Reporting to the Head of Department and working closely with the CEO, this role will support the organisation's public affairs, communications, reputation, and stakeholder engagement objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage relationships with government, political representatives, regulators, journalists, and industry stakeholders.
- Coordinate responses to parliamentary questions, media enquiries, consultation submissions, and stakeholder correspondence.
- Develop and deliver strategic communications, including press releases, briefing documents, speeches, and internal communications materials.
- Support corporate communications activity across digital, media, and stakeholder channels.
- Monitor political, regulatory, and media developments and provide strategic advice to senior leadership.
- Support issues management and crisis communications during sensitive or high-profile matters.
Key Requirements
- Degree in public affairs, public policy, communications, journalism, or a related discipline.
- Minimum five years' experience in public affairs, communications, media relations, government relations, or stakeholder engagement.
- Strong understanding of public sector, political, media, and regulatory environments.
- Excellent writing, communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.
