Mater is the largest not-for-profit hospital and healthcare provider in Queensland – providing exceptional care for Queenslanders and delivering medical research with a global impact.
We’re seeking a Senior Media Advisor to work within our Corporate Affairs team based in Newstead, Brisbane.
You will play a key role in showcasing the work of Mater, highlighting the achievements of our clinicians and researchers and their impact on the lives of our patients.
This role requires an empathetic and sensitive storyteller, with sound news judgement and the ability to think and plan strategically.
Whether you’re telling the story of miracle babies at Mater Mothers’ Hospital or vaccine breakthroughs at Mater Research, this is an opportunity to be inspired – and to inspire others.
Salary range: $124,394 - $133,248 per annum plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!
What you’ll be doing
- Working with the Media and Communications leadership team to support Mater’s strategic objectives.
- Taking a leading role in Mater’s media activity across Mater Health, Mater Research, Mater Foundation and Mater Education.
- Supporting the Director Communications and Media in identifying media issues, responding to media inquiries and providing strategic advice to key stakeholders.
- Developing proactive media opportunities to showcase Mater’s services and people.
- Providing advice and support to key internal and external Mater communications projects.
- Building collaborative working relationships with key stakeholders across Mater.
About you
- Tertiary qualification in journalism, communications, public relations or relevant discipline.
- Minimum five years’ relevant experience.
- Experience of TV, radio, print or online journalism is highly valued.
- Passion for telling health and human stories is essential.
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 12 hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.
We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient, discounted on-site parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER
Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).
Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.
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