Media Strategy and Communications Officer

About NAAJA

The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA) provides legal assistance and justice services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the NT. With offices in Darwin Palmerston Katherine Tennant Creek and Alice Springs NAAJA is a nationally recognised legal service committed to high-quality representation law reform education and long-term justice change.

We offer:

• A competitive salary
• Generous leave 6 weeks annual 17.5% loading 3 weeks personal leave and more
• Access up to $18550 tax free salary packaging
• Professional development opportunities
• Be part of a nationally recognised legal service

The Opportunity

Were seeking a Media Strategy and Communications Officer to deliver high-quality communications media marketing and engagement services that strengthen NAAJAs profile reputation and impact.

This role will see you working closely with senior leadership legal teams and external stakeholders to ensure consistent and effective communication that reflects NAAJAs values and advocacy priorities.

What Youll Do

• Develop and implement communications strategies that promote NAAJAs services advocacy and community impact.
• Act as the first point of contact for media enquiries drafting timely and accurate releases statements and briefings.
• Manage digital platforms (website social media) creating engaging content that amplifies Aboriginal voices.
• Produce high-quality written visual and multimedia materials including reports newsletters campaigns and promotional content.
• Support advocacy campaigns community engagement events and corporate reporting such as the Annual Report and Strategic Plan.
• Coordinate marketing campaigns and brand activities ensuring consistent and professional presentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media government community partners and other stakeholders.
• Provide issues and crisis communications support when required.

About You

Were looking for someone who is creative proactive and passionate about using communications to create meaningful change.

Someone that will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications (or relevant experience) in Communications PR Media Marketing or related field.
• Demonstrated media relations experience with excellent writing and storytelling skills.
• Strong digital and social media content management skills.
• Experience in branding campaigns and marketing strategies.
• Ability to work respectfully in cross-cultural settings and commitment to Aboriginal justice issues.
• Excellent interpersonal organisational and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Current NT Drivers Licence and ability to obtain an Ochre Card and satisfactory criminal history check.

Why Work With Us

At NAAJA communications and storytelling are powerful tools for this role youll have the opportunity to shape communications and help represent and amplify Aboriginal voices strengthen justice and connect communities with vital services.

Youll work alongside a passionate team committed to meaningful change building relationships and impact that lasts.

Apply Today

Be part of a communications team that walks with communities not just for them.

For more information or to obtain a position description please contact

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.