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DEPARTMENT OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY
JOB DESCRIPTION
Agency Department of the Legislative Assembly Work unit People, Performance and
Culture
Job title Communications and Engagement Designation Administrative Officer 6
Officer
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $99,519 - $110,953 Location Darwin
Position number 49647 RTF 348768 Closing 08/06/2026
Contact officer Mike Smiler, A/Director on 08 8946 1451 or [email protected]
Agency information www.parliament.nt.gov.au
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.
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=348768
Our values
Respect, Impartiality, Professionalism, Customer Service, Creativity and Westminster Heritage
Primary objectives
To lead the development, delivery and evaluation of strategic communications, digital engagement and public
information initiatives that enhance understanding of the Legislative Assembly’s work and strengthen engagement
between the Parliament and the Northern Territory community.
Context statement
The Department of the Legislative Assembly provides the Northern Territory Legislative Assembly, its Members
and Committees with quality and timely support for the operation of the Parliament, Parliamentary Committees, the
Parliament House precinct, and Electorate Offices (and staff).
The People, Performance and Culture Unit provides support and advice to MLAs, electorate office employees, and
DLA managers and staff across human resources, work health and safety, corporate communications, and related
administrative functions that support the effective operation of electorate offices and DLA business units.
Key responsibilities
1. Deliver strategic communications advice and lead the development, implementation and evaluation of internal
and external communication projects and strategies for the DLA.
2. Develop and execute a social media strategy, oversee platform management, including content planning and
creation, and collaborate closely with work units to ensure cohesive messaging.
3. Provide informed guidance on campaign planning and delivery to raise community awareness of the
Assembly’s work and strengthen engagement between the Assembly and the public.
4. Manage the organisation’s website and social media channels to ensure accurate, timely and accessible
information.
5. Provide advice and briefing notes to the Clerk on media enquiries.
6. Manage the department’s corporate branding and suite of corporate stationery and templates.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Strong understanding of contemporary principles, practices and trends across communications, marketing,
public relations, social media and related fields.
2. Strong cultural capability and demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal communities, including
adapting messaging to be culturally appropriate, accessible, and inclusive.
3. Extensive experience delivering complex, multi‑channel communications projects, including campaigns,
launches, publications and exhibitions.
4. Skilled in digital communications and social media, with experience developing content plans and
implementing best‑practice approaches.
5. Experienced in designing, executing and assessing digital and social media campaigns.
6. Well‑developed communication and organisational abilities, supporting effective teamwork, management of
competing deadlines and performance under pressure.
Legislative Assembly of the Northern Territory
Parliament House, State Square (GPO Box 3721, Darwin NT 0801)
www.parliament.nt.gov.au
