The Hon David Littleproud MP is seeking a full-time ongoing Media Advisor (EOB) to join his team, based within the Maranoa Electorate Office in Dalby, QLD. This role involves regular travel both within the Electorate and interstate, including to Canberra for sitting weeks.

Position Overview

The Media Advisor is responsible for the Member’s social media and mainstream media presence. Media work will be focused largely on issues affecting the Member’s electorate (as well as broader issues affecting Queensland) and in line with the Federal National Party policy positions.

This position will involve travel to Canberra for all Parliamentary sitting weeks, plus travel around Queensland (collectively totalling around 120 nights per year), some weekend work and irregular hours. The Media Advisor is part of a small, collaborative electorate office team and would ideally be situated in the Dalby Electorate office (other location negotiable).

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

• Provide key media and messaging advice, strategy and implementation.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy for the Member as part of a broader communications strategy.
• Manage the Members social media pages (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn) in consultation with the Member, with some assistance from other members of the team.
• Provide daily morning media monitoring, verbal and written, and update the Member during the day on breaking relevant stories (Maranoa, The Nationals).
• Accompany the Member on all Queensland, inter-state and Canberra travel, to gain media coverage and create social media content.
• Photography and/or videography of the Member at press conferences and any events or community activities that you attend with the Member, for social content creation.
• Capture and caption parliamentary speech content from the Member for social media.
• Prepare, develop, and create content for online and print publications.
• Liaise with media (field requests, develop and manage relationships with journalists, producers etc), including Press Gallery and national contacts, Queensland media and regional media on all Queensland travel.
• Write and distribute media releases, statements, and opinion articles.

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

• Highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• A demonstrated understanding of the Australian media and political landscapes and sound knowledge of National Party policies and ethos.
• Proficiency with relevant software tools for digital content creation and social media platforms and familiarity with MS Office suite.
• Demonstrated experience of managing accounts on social media platforms Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram and TikTok including creating engaging content and using platform analytics to maximise reach.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience in media relations or communication.
• Strong analytical skills and demonstrated capacity to comprehend complex issues, think strategically and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Ability to work as part of a small team, under time constraints and strict deadlines, with a minimum of supervision.
• Driver’s license.

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 $32,510 may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work and any travel requirements.  
• 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: 

• 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. 

How to apply  

Submit a CV with the names of two referees and a one-page (maximum) cover letter outlining your interest in this position, and demonstrating your skills, capabilities, knowledge and experience.

Submit Applications to: [email protected]

Applications close on ​Sunday 11.59pm 26 April 2026​ 

Contact Officer: [email protected] or 07 4661 2494

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,910.00 – $89,793.00 per year

Work Location: In person