About the NLCEstablished in 1973, the Northern Land Council is an independent statutory authority of the Commonwealth responsible for assisting Aboriginal peoples in the Top End of the Northern Territory to acquire and manage their traditional lands and seas.Serving more than 50,000 Aboriginal people across the Top End, the NLC is committed to enhancing Aboriginal peoples social, political and economic opportunities by supporting their aspirations and amplifying their voices on a range of issues impacting their lands, seas, culture and communities.   About the RoleThe Senior Communications and Marketing Officer will implement strategic procedures and deliver quality resources and communications across all mediums for the Northern Land Council. They will work collaboratively across the NLC and with Traditional Aboriginal Owners to drive communication and resource development activities, with an aim to raise awareness of the NLC, its projects and its achievements.This role requires a proactive approach to effectively navigate a complex, political and dynamic environments. You will co-ordinate and deliver communication strategies, prepare proactive and reactive media enquiries, support the publication of Land Right News, Australia’s oldest Aboriginal newspaper and contribute to festivals, cultural celebrations and other events. Whilst you may be often required to work independently you will play a pivotal function in informing and supporting our broader media and communications team. Key Deliverables include:Support the implementation of the ‘Activating Land and Sea Rights’ strategy by developing the strengths and capabilities of the Media Unit.Play and active role in the review of communications and media policy, procedures and processes to establish best practice  Facilitate collaborative relationships throughout the organisation to better serve the needs of constituents   Develop a framework for effective and meaningful internal communications About youTo thrive in this role, you will be highly organised and adept at managing competing priorities and taking an informed approach to the sensitive political environment we operate in.  In addition, you will have:Demonstrated understanding of, and interest in, the lived experiences of Aboriginal people in the NLC region.Demonstrated high level cross-cultural, interpersonal and verbal communication skills with an ability to effectively liaise, engage and coordinate across an organisation and to build productive working relationships with work colleagues, constituents and external stakeholders.Tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in communications, marketing or a related field.Demonstrated capacity to provide strategic advice and to work effectively in a sensitive, complex, confidential, cross-cultural and political environment.Proven success in managing and delivering communications projects, such as marketing campaigns, media launches, publications, events management and exhibitions. Remuneration and Benefits:Full-Time, PermanentLocation: DarwinTotal Remuneration Package: Minimum of $124,367 including 14% superannuation, district allowance (based on location and eligible dependents)Being a Not-for-profit we offer salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 and meal entertainment allowance of $2,650 per yearGenerous leave entitlements such as 5 weeks annual leave, 18 days personal leave per annum and study leave Cultural knowledge and lived experience is central to the work that we do. We will apply special measures for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates.How to Apply:A full Position Description may be obtained by clicking on this vacancy on our website https://jobs.nlc.org.au/ . We ask that all applications are received through our jobs website – this will ensure that you are submitting a full application for this position. Our website also provides information about our recruitment process. If you are having any problems submitting your application please contact us on 08 8920 5140.Contact Officer: Aengus Cassidy on 0456 604 655Applications Close: Sunday, 24th September 2023Click here for a full copy of the position description AUD Darwin 0800