Manager - Media And Communications

• Location: Darwin
• Status: Full-time Fixed Term Contract (3 Years)
• Annual Salary: Minimum $135K plus 14% Superannuation (Negotiable)

The Northern Land Council (NLC) was established 50 years ago under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act in 1976, to assist Aboriginal people in the Top End of the Northern Territory to acquire and manage their traditional lands, waters and seas.  We are committed to enhancing Aboriginal peoples social, political and economic participation by supporting their aspirations and amplifying their voices on a range of issues impacting on their lands, seas, culture and communities. 

About the Role

The Manager, Media and Communications leads a small team to deliver high quality outputs in line with our Media and Communications strategy and the NLC’s organisational service requirements.  As a section lead, the Manager has responsibility for producing informative and engaging high quality content which represents the position of the organisation and its constituents. This position ensures the NLC’s Media and Communications strategy is fit for purpose, supporting our strategic objectives under the Activating Land and Sea Rights plan.  The position provides services and advice to the CEO, Chair, and internal service areas on external and internal options for the NLC to inform and influence audiences via effective Media and communication platforms.

For full details on the responsibilities of this role please refer to the Position Description.

What you will Bring

As our Manager, Media and Communications, you will be the driving force behind crafting and implementing our Media and communication strategies. You'll be responsible for delivering both internal and external communications, enhancing brand visibility, and ensuring a consistent and compelling message across all platforms.  You will also bring with you:-

• A People Centred Leadership focus, capability coupled with sound people management practices
• High level of political acumen and an ability to inform strategic thinking
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and advocacy capability that highlights your cross-cultural competence relevant to the NT
• Solid Operational experience with a safety-first mindset

Please send a copy of your CV, Qualifications, Driver’s licence and cover letter demonstrating the following:

• Outstanding written communication skills (demonstrated experience with copywriting, editing and proof reading).
• The ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment, while juggling multiple projects and priorities.
• Sound understanding of the political sensitivities relevant to the environment we operate in.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and interest in, the lived experiences of Aboriginal people in the NLC region.

What’s in it for you?

NLC offers competitive and attractive remuneration, training prospects for professional development, work life balance and a unique opportunity to support Aboriginal communities in the NLC Region. You will receive: -

• Annual Salary: Minimum $135K plus 14% Superannuation (Negotiable)
• Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 and additional Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefits up to $2,650 per year.
• Generous leave entitlements such as 5 weeks annual leave, 18 days personal leave per annum, and paid Christmas shut down.

If you have any further queries, please contact Deb Katona on 0416 013 ***

Applications Close: Monday, 07 February 2024