Communications & Engagement Officer

Our client is seeking a Communications & Engagement Officer to support their Marketing, Communications team within the Office of the Lord Mayor and CEO, to assist cover a maternity leave period approximately 9 months. This role will be a full time role working at the Civic Centre.T

Position Pre Requisites:

• 4 years’ relevant experience in marketing, communications or equivalent qualification
• Diploma in marketing, Communications or equivalent 
• Current Working with Children clearance (Ochre card)
• Holds a current National Police check (within last 6 months).  

We would like someone who has:

• A positive attitude
• Great organisational skills with great time management; attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Typical Duties:

Undertake duties such as, but not limited to:-

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities for collaboration and to develop and implement communications, marketing and engagement strategies that deliver on City of Darwin’s strategic goals.
• Provide copywriting and editing services for internal and external communications materials, including publications, newsletters, brochures, media releases and editorial, website and social media content.
• Coordinate booking of advertising across a variety of channels, including traditional and digital media.
• Ensure programs meet and adhere to the City of Darwin brand, communication and procurement policies and guidelines, and best practice is maintained in all communications, marketing and engagement activities.
• Engage and manage the outputs of consultants and creative service providers, including graphic designers, web developers, editors, photographers, videographers and printers, to ensure the delivery of projects on time and within budget.
• Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of City of Darwin’s communications, marketing and engagement activities.
• Comply with City of Darwin’s electronic document management system data entry standards.

Larrakia encouraged to apply.