Communications Assistant

Do you enjoy creating engaging content staying organised and supporting meaningful work

Communications Assistant

What We Offer

Generous salary

Up to $15899 tax-free salary packaging

6 weeks annual leave 17.5% leave loading

15 days personal/carers leave

Monthly wellbeing leave

$1000 annual training budget

Laptop phone and uniforms provided

About NAAFLS

The North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service (NAAFLS) is a not-for-profit organisation delivering holistic legal and support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing domestic family and sexual violence. With offices across the Top End our work is grounded in cultural respect community collaboration and self-determination.

About the Role

Reporting to the Communications Officer the Communications Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the delivery of communications and engagement activities across the organisation. This is a hands-on role supporting content creation digital platforms and communication initiatives. You will work collaboratively across teams to ensure communications are timely accurate and aligned with NAAFLS values helping to promote our services advocacy work and community engagement in a culturally respectful and strengths-based way.

Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of communications and engagement activities across the organisation
• Assist in developing and publishing content across social media website newsletters and internal communications
• Assist with drafting editing and coordinating communications materials
• Update and maintain website content using WordPress
• Monitor social media platforms and escalate issues where required
• Coordinate communications-related resources and assets (e.g. business cards banners)
• Maintain organised digital content libraries and assist with image preparation
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to support campaigns and initiatives

About You

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience in communications media or community engagement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail including branding and visual consistency
• Ability to develop content for different audiences and platforms
• Basic understanding of social media and digital communication tools
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and take direction
• Commitment to representing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices

Desirable:

• Experience in a communications marketing or community service role
• Experience with WordPress Canva or social media scheduling tools
• Experience with Adobe software (Photoshop InDesign)
• Relevant qualifications in Communications Marketing or Media

Why NAAFLS

Work with a values-driven team grounded in Aboriginal leadership culture and community. Make a real impact and help shape safer futures.

Apply Now!

Closing Date 13 May 2026 please note applications will be assessed as they are received.

Submit your application via SEEK or Ethical Jobs with:

Your updated Resume

A one-page Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria

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