Communications Officer

Job description

Agency Department of Tourism and Hospitality Work unit Corporate Communications

Job title Communications Officer Designation Administrative Officer 5

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $88,297 - $92,687 Location Darwin

Position number 40630 RTF Closing 28/09/2025

Contact officer Kate Pembroke on or

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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

Work as part of the corporate communications team that leads, develops and implements internal and external communication

strategies and media activities to achieve departmental goals.

Context statement

The Department of Tourism and Hospitality is an exciting portfolio that encompasses Tourism NT, Licensing NT, Parks and Wildlife

and Screen NT. There is also an integration with major events on the agenda for 2025. It is a dynamic environment with several

portfolio areas.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Work on a variety of corporate communications tasks ensuring alignment with the agency's objectives, priorities, and

government directions.

2. Coordinate and implement internal and external communications projects, working with senior executives and key

stakeholders.

3. Work as part of the team to develop and execute communication activities pertaining to the Staff Engagement Framework,

boosting internal communication efforts.

4. Identify and leverage proactive communications opportunities to enhance the agency's reputation and strengthen stakeholder

engagement.

5. Provide support to other team members in executing communications plans.

6. Contribute to the communications forecast and create a range of social media posts for different channels.

7. Work on staff induction activities and ensure the department Intranet is up to date with fresh and engaging content.

8. Ensure programs meet and adhere to Northern Territory Government branding, digital, communication and procurement

policies and guidelines.

9. Support preparedness communications activities, responding in a positive, calm and flexible manner to change and uncertainty.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Proven experience in communications, with demonstrated success in managing a range of communications.

2. Extensive experience in writing, editing and producing a range of communication materials tailored to diverse audiences and

platforms.

1. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different stakeholders, translating

complex information into clear, accessible language.

1. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, conflicting workloads while maintaining attention to detail and achieving timely,

effective outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

1. Proven ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environments to achieve positive outcomes.

2. Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

1. Relevant experience and or qualifications.

Further information

The selected applicant may be required from time to time to be on call during the weekend to respond to media matters.