Communications & Marketing Officer

**Premier’s Department**

**Communications & Marketing Officer (Targeted)**

You. At the centre of big ideas.
- We’re looking for a natural collaborator to support the delivery of the 2025 NSW Aboriginal Languages Week events and activities and communications campaign, and exciting program of events across 2026.
- Bring strong design, stakeholder engagement and storytelling expertise.
- Ongoing, Clerk Grade 7/8 opportunity based in Mascot NSW.

**About the Role**
The Aboriginal Languages Trust (ALT) is looking for a passionate and culturally connected Aboriginal professional to join our team as a Communications & Marketing Officer. In this role, you will support the delivery of communication and marketing activities that promote the work of the Trust and raise awareness of Aboriginal language revitalisation efforts across NSW. You will assist in developing content for digital platforms, social media, newsletters, and printed materials, helping to ensure all communication is culturally appropriate and community focused.

You will work closely with ALT staff, Aboriginal communities, and stakeholders to share stories, events, and program updates in ways that reflect the values of the Trust and strengthen engagement with the public. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys storytelling, working collaboratively, and contributing to meaningful cultural outcomes.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description

We're Looking For
- ** Strong design and visual communications skills**:Advanced visual communication skills spanning graphic design for web and print and digital, basic video editing and basic photography skills, with expertise in Canva (at a minimum), experience with photography and Adobe Creative Suite highly desirable. Must have relevant qualification or demonstrable experience and examples of graphic design work previously delivered.
- ** Strong verbal and written communication skills**: Advanced writing, editing and content development skills with the ability to craft clear, persuasive, and targeted messaging tailored to different audiences and channels. Ability to tailor content for culturally diverse audiences and Aboriginal communities.
- ** Experience in community engagement**:Particularly in working respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal communities, ensuring cultural appropriateness in all communication activities which includes engaging with stakeholders to gather research and information, co-develop communications and respectfully share community stories.
- ** Project management**: Experience in planning and delivering timely marketing and communication campaigns, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and responsiveness to emerging issues.
- ** Strong analytical and problem-solving skills**: Ability to interpret complex or sensitive information, identify communication risks and opportunities, and develop clear, effective solutions.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

**Why Join Us?**
- ** Flexible Working**: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
- ** Career Development**: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
- ** Work-Life Balance**:Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
- ** Wellbeing Support**: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
- ** Inclusive Culture**:Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

A **resume** detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages). Please include a PDF or link to your portfolio showcasing your design work and/or links to live projects.

Please **respond** to the following questions in your cover letter (max 500 words total):

- Describe a communications or marketing initiative you’ve led or contributed to. What was your role and what were the outcomes?
- Provide an example on how you ensure your communications are culturally appropriate and respectful when engaging with Aboriginal communities? What were the outcomes and where there any challenges.

**Closing date**: Wednesday 27 August 2025, (9:59 AM)

**Salary**: Classification Grade Clerk 7/8. Package includes base salary ($113,574 - $ $125,720) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

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