Communications and Engagement Officer
About Ironbark
Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation (Ironbark) is a not-for-profit organisation based in Darwin, Northern Territory. We successfully deliver community, employment, and economic services to urban, regional, and remote communities throughout the Darwin/Daly Region.
Our Vision - Changing lives - one story at a time
Our Mission Statement - Improving lives and transforming Aboriginal communities through employment, advocacy and economic opportunities.
Our Values - Commitment, Integrity, Collaboration, Courage and Respect
About the Role
The Communications & Engagement Officer plays a key role in supporting how information is shared across the organisation and with the wider community. Working under the direction of the Communications & Engagement Manager, this role contributes to the delivery of internal and external communications that keep staff informed, support organisational initiatives and strengthen stakeholder connections.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys coordinating, producing and delivering a variety of communications and marketing activities. You will contribute to maintaining consistent messaging, supporting organisational engagement initiatives and helping ensure communications reflect the organisation's values, priorities and brand.
What you will do
In this role you will coordinate and deliver internal communications that help staff stay informed and connected. This includes preparing staff newsletters, organisational updates and leadership communications, gathering and refining content from across the organisation, and maintaining internal platforms such as the intranet and Employment Hero to ensure information remains accurate and accessible.
You will also assist with the delivery of external communications and marketing activities. This includes preparing digital and promotional content for websites, social media and publications, supporting the promotion of organisational initiatives and events, and assisting with community engagement activities. In addition, you will help maintain communications calendars, stakeholder contact lists and digital asset libraries while tracking delivery against planned schedules and providing operational updates to the Communications & Engagement Manager.
We are looking for someone who has:
• Demonstrated experience in communications, marketing, or content delivery roles
• Strong written communication and editing skills
• Experience producing content across digital platforms
• High level organisational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Ability to apply templates, brand standards, and quality controls
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
Highly Desirable
• Relevant qualification in Communications, Marketing, or related field
• Experience using tools such as Canva, CMS platforms, or analytics tools
• Knowledge of or willingness to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, with an appreciation of cultural safety and inclusion.
In return for your skills and valued contribution you will be rewarded with:
• Salary and Benefits: Generous remuneration package including 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• NFP Salary Packaging: Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum.
• Family and Lifestyle Support: Access to wellbeing initiatives, generous leave entitlements, and programs that support personal and family wellbeing.
• Purpose-Driven Culture: Be part of a values-led organisation making a real and lasting impact.
• Career development opportunities: Support to challenge yourself, grow and develop new skills and knowledge.
Are you ready for the next best adventure in your career?
At Ironbark, we value lived experience, transferable skills, and strong alignment with our mission to change lives, one story at a time. We encourage candidates who are ready for a new opportunity and committed to quality, compliance, and community impact to apply.
Applications close on Friday the 20th of March 2026 @ 11:59pm
If you have any questions or if you wish to obtain a copy of the position description, please contact us via email - ***********@ironbark.org.au
**Please note, emailed applications are not accepted**