Marketing and Communications Officer

Marketing and Communications Officer | Darwin, NT | $58 per hour

Your new company

You will join a large, community‑focused organisation supporting a fast‑growing region in the NT.
The team focuses on clear communication, strong community engagement, and consistent brand standards across all channels.

Your new role

You will support the Marketing and Communications team across day‑to‑day operations and campaigns.

The role covers content writing, social media, media support, events, and administration.

Your work will support public programs, community initiatives, and organisational priorities.

Key duties include:

  • Writing content for web, social, media releases, reports, and correspondence.

  • Supporting integrated marketing and communication campaigns.

  • Coordinating media placements and responding to enquiries.

  • Managing brand assets and marketing collateral.

  • Providing admin and project support to the team.

  • Supporting events with on‑site social and community engagement.

  • Assisting with reporting, budgets, and internal processes.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Qualification in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, or similar.

  • Experience in a marketing or communications role.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Experience managing social media and reviewing performance data.

  • High attention to detail and strong time management.

  • Ability to work across multiple stakeholders.

  • Confidence working independently and as part of a team.

  • Local government experience is an advantage.

What you'll get in return

  • Full‑time, fixed‑term position with extension potential.
  • Broad role with exposure to campaigns, media, and events.
  • Supportive team environment.
  • Opportunity to work on visible, community‑focused projects.
  • Competitive salary aligned to local government Level 5.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Sajana now on 0889436013 or sajana.lamichhane@hays.com.au.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



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Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
NT - Darwin
Specialism
Marketing
Ref:
2976873

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Sajana Lamichhane, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Darwin
Level 2, Darwin Central, 21 Knuckey Street

Telephone: 0889436013

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