Media and Communications Officer

Media and Communications Officer

Darwin | Full-time | 37.5 hours per week | $109,537.75 to $116,903.35

Help shape the conversation. Amplify voices. Make an impact.

Are you a creative communicator with a passion for storytelling, media and social change? Do you know how to turn complex issues into powerful messages that inform, engage and make a difference?

NAAJA is looking for a talented Media and Communications Officer to strengthen our public profile, support our advocacy and share the stories that matter.

About NAAJA

The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA) provides legal assistance and justice services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the Northern Territory.

We are committed to delivering high-quality legal services while pursuing meaningful, long-term change through advocacy, law reform and education. Our work is grounded in human rights, cultural respect and a commitment to justice.

About the role

Working within our Strategic Policy and Communications team, you’ll play an important role in how NAAJA communicates with communities, stakeholders, media and the wider public. From developing engaging content and coordinating media opportunities to supporting advocacy campaigns and capturing stories from across the organisation, you’ll help ensure NAAJA’s work, achievements and priorities are heard.

You’ll bring creativity, strong communication skills and sound judgement, ensuring our messaging is accessible, culturally appropriate and informed by Aboriginal voices and community priorities.

What you’ll be doing

• Media and advocacy: Coordinate media enquiries, prepare media releases and statements, build journalist relationships and identify opportunities to promote NAAJA’s advocacy priorities.
• Content and storytelling: Create engaging content for social media, websites, publications and other channels, including filming and editing video content.
• Community engagement: Work alongside NAAJA teams to ensure Aboriginal voices, experiences and priorities are respectfully represented in our communications.
• Campaigns and promotion: Support advocacy campaigns, public awareness initiatives, promotional events and activities that showcase NAAJA’s work.
• Organisational communications: Help share organisational achievements, develop key publications and maintain consistent messaging and branding across NAAJA.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who can bring ideas to life, communicate with purpose and build strong relationships.

You will ideally have:

• Qualifications or relevant experience in communications, journalism, public relations, media, marketing or a related field.
• Experience preparing media releases, responding to media enquiries and working with journalists.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to make complex information easy to understand.
• Experience creating content across digital, social media and print platforms.
• An understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, community priorities and the importance of culturally safe communication.
• Strong relationship-building, organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively, show initiative and manage competing priorities.

Experience in an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation, legal service or advocacy environment, along with multimedia production skills, will be highly regarded.

Why join NAAJA?

At NAAJA, you’ll be part of an organisation doing meaningful work and contributing to positive change across the Northern Territory.

We offer:

• Competitive salary ($109,537.75 to $116,903.35)
• Six weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading.
• Three weeks personal leave.
• Access up to $18,550 tax free salary packaging
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful advocacy and social change.

Ready to make your mark?

If you’re a passionate communicator who wants your work to have purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help amplify the voices, stories and work that matter.

Applicants must hold or be able to obtain a current Ochre Card, satisfy criminal history requirements and hold a current NT C-class driver’s licence.

Applications close: 20 November 2026

**Email applications will not be accepted**

 Enquiries: Peopleandcapability@naaja.org.au

NAAJA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.