Communications Officer (Content)

Continuing, Full-time (1.0 FTE) ContractThis role is based in Darwin, NT Do you have experience in professional content writing and editing? Could you translate complex health research into clear, engaging, and accessible content?Work alongside passionate colleaguesin a supportive environment that values your contributions and insights.  Who We Are Looking ForWe are seeking a Communications Officer (Content) to develop high-quality written content that showcases our health research and its impact.In this role, you will create engaging news stories, features, case studies and digital content.Working closely with researchers and teams across the organisation, you will translate complex research into clear, compelling stories for a range of audiences, helping share knowledge that contributes to improved health outcomes and stronger communities.Our ideal candidate is a strong writer and storyteller with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, and a highly organised approach with strong attention to detail.You will be comfortable managing multiple projects, prioritising tasks, meeting deadlines and working collaboratively within a small, high-performing team.If this speaks to your career goals and ambitions, please see the full list of primary responsibilities and selection criteria in the position description - http://careers.menzies.edu.au. What We Offer:Benefit from a work culture that understands the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, with a collaborative culture and purpose-driven workBase Salary $102,737 - $111,040 per annum Total remuneration package including salary packaging & superannuation $127,400 - $136,902 per annumGenerous leave provisions including 6 weeks annual leaveSalary packaging up to $15,900 per annum and $2,650 meal and entertainment card tax freeOption to increase superannuation to 14% Why Menzies:Menzies is a national leader in research and education and works to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and populations across our region. As a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses, Menzies continues to translate its research knowledge through genuine and effective partnerships with communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.Menzies is committed to providing a culturally inclusive and supportive work environment, and ensuring our workforce is representative of the people with and whom we work.  We seek to amplify Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander voices in all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this position. Menzies is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their applications to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.  If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact:Georgina DornierMarketing and Communications ManagerEmail: Georgina.Dornier@menzies.edu.au How to obtain the Position Description, please visit:Menzies’ careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au. The Position Description link is located at the bottom of the job advertisement page, orEmail: Human Resources at humanresources@menzies.edu.au  SEEK candidates are encouraged to view the Position Description by visiting the Menzies’ careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au How to Apply:Simply click the ‘Apply’ button on the advertisement page to submit your application.A cover letter with responses addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description, which must be no more than two (2) pages; andA current resume and two (2) recent professional referees. Closing date:  Sunday 19 April 2026Please Click Here to View Position Description AUD Darwin 0800

Communications Officer (Content)

  • Continuing, Full-time (1.0 FTE) Contract
  • Generous leave provisions including 6 weeks annual leave
  • Salary packaging up to $15,900 & $2,650 pa Meal & Ent Card Tax Free

Continuing, Full-time (1.0 FTE) Contract

This role is based in Darwin, NT

 

Do you have experience in professional content writing and editing? 

Could you translate complex health research into clear, engaging, and accessible content?

Work alongside passionate colleagues

in a supportive environment that values your contributions and insights.

 

 

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a Communications Officer (Content) to develop high-quality written content that showcases our health research and its impact.

In this role, you will create engaging news stories, features, case studies and digital content.

Working closely with researchers and teams across the organisation, you will translate complex research into clear, compelling stories for a range of audiences, helping share knowledge that contributes to improved health outcomes and stronger communities.

Our ideal candidate is a strong writer and storyteller with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, and a highly organised approach with strong attention to detail.

You will be comfortable managing multiple projects, prioritising tasks, meeting deadlines and working collaboratively within a small, high-performing team.

If this speaks to your career goals and ambitions, please see the full list of primary responsibilities and selection criteria in the position description - http://careers.menzies.edu.au.

 

What We Offer:

  • Benefit from a work culture that understands the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, with a collaborative culture and purpose-driven work
  • Base Salary $102,737 - $111,040 per annum
  • Total remuneration package including salary packaging & superannuation $127,400 - $136,902 per annum
  • Generous leave provisions including 6 weeks annual leave
  • Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum and $2,650 meal and entertainment card tax free
  • Option to increase superannuation to 14%

 

Why Menzies:

Menzies is a national leader in research and education and works to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and populations across our region. As a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses, Menzies continues to translate its research knowledge through genuine and effective partnerships with communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

Menzies is committed to providing a culturally inclusive and supportive work environment, and ensuring our workforce is representative of the people with and whom we work.  We seek to amplify Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander voices in all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this position.

Menzies is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their applications to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

 

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact:

Georgina Dornier

Marketing and Communications Manager

Email: Georgina.Dornier@menzies.edu.au

 

How to obtain the Position Description, please visit:

Menzies’ careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au. The Position Description link is located at the bottom of the job advertisement page, or

Email: Human Resources at humanresources@menzies.edu.au 

SEEK candidates are encouraged to view the Position Description by visiting the Menzies’ careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au

 

How to Apply:

Simply click the ‘Apply’ button on the advertisement page to submit your application.

  • A cover letter with responses addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description, which must be no more than two (2) pages; and
  • A current resume and two (2) recent professional referees.

 

Closing date:  Sunday 19 April 2026

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