Join a progressive organisation delivering community-led programs with the Northern Territory's largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.

Full-time Permanent

37.5 hours per week 

$104,539 - $125,092 per annum

Total Effective Package*

$128,083 - $154,041

About the role

The Senior Communications Officer plays a key role in shaping and delivering Congress’ advocacy narrative and
positive storytelling across multiple channels.
This role is responsible for developing and executing compelling, culturally respectful and evidence-informed
content that amplifies Congress’ voice on key social, health and policy issues, while also highlighting the
strengths, achievements and impact of Congress’ people, services and communities.
The position contributes across internal and external communications and works closely with program areas,
leadership and community stakeholders to ensure Congress’ advocacy and good news stories are accurate,
timely, aligned with strategy and organisational priorities.

Who are we looking for?

Someone to complement our dynamic team with the following essential requirements as per the attached job description.

Why Central Australian Aboriginal Congress?
Congress is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation in the Northern Territory and are one of the most experienced Aboriginal primary health care services in the country.

Congress provides a comprehensive, holistic and culturally responsive primary health care service to Aboriginal people living in and nearby Alice Springs, including eight remote communities, it is a strong political advocate of closing the gap on Aboriginal health disadvantage and a national leader in improving health outcomes for all Aboriginal people.

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress not only offers rewarding career options, but a wide range of employee benefits including;

• Six (6) weeks' annual leave & 15 days paid personal leave per year
• Competitive salaries, weekly pays
• Generous salary packaging
• A strong commitment to Professional Development
• Access to the Congress health services for you and your immediate family at no cost
• District allowance 
• Relocation assistance (where applicable)

*Total Effective Package includes base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options

Got you interested?

Don't meet all the role requirements, but think you'd be a great asset to our team? We'll never know unless you hit the Apply Now button.

For more information on the position please contact our Senior Manager Strategic Communications Kate Buckland on 0408 741 691 or [email protected]

Being a culturally responsive organisation, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants that meet all essential criteria will be given priority consideration.

Applications close 24 February 2026