• Location: Darwin
• Status: Full-time - Fixed Term Contract (2 Years)
• Annual Salary: Minimum $135K + 14% Superannuation

About the Role

The Manager, Media and Communications is accountable for leading 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 this position will ensure the NLC media team produces informative and engaging high quality content which represents the position of the organisation and its constituents. This position will be integral to revising NLC’s Media and Communications strategy, that will support our strategic objectives as we transition towards Activating Land and Sea Rights. The position is also responsible for providing 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.

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 managing both internal and external communications, enhancing brand visibility, and ensuring a consistent and compelling message across all platforms.

In addition to this, you will have: -

• Bachelor of Marketing and Media or equivalent other relevant qualification and/or experience
• Minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience in a leadership role.
• A People Centred Leadership focus, capability coupled with sound people management practices.
• High level of political astuteness 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 safety first mindset.

For full details on the responsibilities of this role, please refer to the link provided below.

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 work in a fast-paced environment and deliver, as well as juggle 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?

A dynamic working environment serving the needs of our constituents, work life balance and a unique opportunity to support our 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.

About the NLC

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.

Note: Candidates who have previously applied for this position do not need to submit a new application.

DS03 Media and Communications, Manager