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Job Description
Agency Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics Work unit Executive Services
Job title Communications Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $+6,620 - $107,721 Location Darwin
Position number 14+14 RTF 303+88 Closing 10/0+/2026
Contact officer Laura Hanlon, Senior Communications Consultant on 08 8+24 6420 or Laura.Hanlon@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://dipl.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=303+88
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide advice to business units to ensure communications, marketing and digital services meet the government/agency’s objectives; and
facilitate the development and implementation of marketing, communication and community engagement activities across the agency.
Context statement
As part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team this role provides best practice communications services including strategic planning, content
and production support for a broad range of internal and external communications activities. The candidate should have experience using
modern communication channels and trends, including digital marketing channels, content marketing and social media, with consideration
of public and political implications.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide advice and support to Executive Directors, Directors and Managers in devising and implementing program communication
strategies.
2. Manage a broad range of communication projects and allocate resources in order to meet project outcomes, with a focus on planning
and logistics, resource allocation, and consideration of political and stakeholder implications.
3. Engage and manage consultants to ensure delivery of projects on time and within budget.
4. Ensure programs meet and adhere to Northern Territory Government branding, digital, communication and procurement policies and
guidelines.
5. Assist with coordination and maintenance of websites and update of social media content, in accordance with established strategies,
policies and practices.
6. Advise and coordinate publishing requirements including the production of corporate and business area publications.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Practical knowledge of communication and marketing processes, including producing contemporary quality publications, media
monitoring, branding, event management, digital and social media, and advertising management.
2. Experience planning and implementing communication and marketing projects, including knowledge of stakeholder engagement and
targeting a diverse range of audiences.
3. Well-developed organisational skills, with the capacity to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting workloads, while maintaining
attention to detail.
4. Ability to express ideas clearly and articulately, both orally and in writing, with a diverse range of clients.
5. Demonstrated sound judgement in evidenced based decision making and problem solving, with the ability to think laterally.
6. Strong interpersonal skills, including skills in networking, stakeholder engagement and influencing.
7. Knowledge of a range of business management systems and processes, including procurement and coordination.
Desirable
1. Experience using graphic and publishing programs (e.g. Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
Further information
Applicants should familiarise themselves with the NTPS Capability and Leadership Framework (CLF) which applies to all NTPS employees.
CLF 6 outlines what capabilities are required for this vacancy. The CLF is available here.
Job Description
Agency Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics Work unit Executive Services
Job title Communications Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $+6,620 - $107,721 Location Darwin
Position number 14+14 RTF 303+88 Closing 10/0+/2026
Contact officer Laura Hanlon, Senior Communications Consultant on 08 8+24 6420 or Laura.Hanlon@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://dipl.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=303+88
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide advice to business units to ensure communications, marketing and digital services meet the government/agency’s objectives; and
facilitate the development and implementation of marketing, communication and community engagement activities across the agency.
Context statement
As part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team this role provides best practice communications services including strategic planning, content
and production support for a broad range of internal and external communications activities. The candidate should have experience using
modern communication channels and trends, including digital marketing channels, content marketing and social media, with consideration
of public and political implications.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide advice and support to Executive Directors, Directors and Managers in devising and implementing program communication
strategies.
2. Manage a broad range of communication projects and allocate resources in order to meet project outcomes, with a focus on planning
and logistics, resource allocation, and consideration of political and stakeholder implications.
3. Engage and manage consultants to ensure delivery of projects on time and within budget.
4. Ensure programs meet and adhere to Northern Territory Government branding, digital, communication and procurement policies and
guidelines.
5. Assist with coordination and maintenance of websites and update of social media content, in accordance with established strategies,
policies and practices.
6. Advise and coordinate publishing requirements including the production of corporate and business area publications.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Practical knowledge of communication and marketing processes, including producing contemporary quality publications, media
monitoring, branding, event management, digital and social media, and advertising management.
2. Experience planning and implementing communication and marketing projects, including knowledge of stakeholder engagement and
targeting a diverse range of audiences.
3. Well-developed organisational skills, with the capacity to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting workloads, while maintaining
attention to detail.
4. Ability to express ideas clearly and articulately, both orally and in writing, with a diverse range of clients.
5. Demonstrated sound judgement in evidenced based decision making and problem solving, with the ability to think laterally.
6. Strong interpersonal skills, including skills in networking, stakeholder engagement and influencing.
7. Knowledge of a range of business management systems and processes, including procurement and coordination.
Desirable
1. Experience using graphic and publishing programs (e.g. Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
Further information
Applicants should familiarise themselves with the NTPS Capability and Leadership Framework (CLF) which applies to all NTPS employees.
CLF 6 outlines what capabilities are required for this vacancy. The CLF is available here.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Communications Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Darwin offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.