Description:
- Location: Jabiru
- Status: Full-time - Ongoing
Are you looking for a leadership position where you can closely work with communities, lead a team, and help turn ideas into action on the ground? If yes, apply for a Regional Coordinator position at NLC’s Jabiru Office, where you will get a chance to contribute to initiatives that create lasting benefits for communities.
About the Role
Working closely with the Regional Manager, you will lead a small team and ensure the Jabiru team operates efficiently and delivers high-quality outcomes that align with NLC’s strategic goals. You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of NLC projects and programs, coordinating service delivery and facilitating engagement between Traditional Owners, Aboriginal groups, and stakeholders involved in exploration or development activities. You’ll also ensure the smooth running of regional operations, including the planning and logistics of meetings, events, travel, staffing and accommodation.
What You Will Bring:
You’ll bring strong leadership and organisational skills keep the Jabiru office running smoothly and regional services on track. With a solid grasp of operational planning and a proactive approach, you’ll support the Regional Manager in delivering NLC projects across West Arnhem region. Your ability to manage priorities, lead a team, and solve day-to-day challenges will ensure seamless service delivery and support the broader goals of the region.
In Addition to this we are looking for:
- Minimum of three (3) years’ relevant working experience in a similar role or function.
- Previous experience in supervising a small team.
- A current NT C class driver’s licence with significant experience driving 4WD vehicles.
- Demonstrated proficiency in standard business administration functions such as business and customer communication, reporting, budget monitoring
For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.
Why Join the NLC?
At the NLC, you’re valued for who you are and the impact you make. We foster a supportive, inclusive culture that respects your growth, your voice, and your work–life balance.
What’s in it for you?
Real impact through hands-on work on high-stakes projects. Skill growth, new challenges, and a chance to make a difference where it matters. Plus, competitive benefits and the satisfaction of driving real change in communities.
Be part of something bigger—where your work truly matters!
We offer:
- A base salary of $98,725 per annum plus 14.5% superannuation and salary sacrificing up to $15,900 + Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefits up to $2,650 per year.
- Other benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:
- District allowance of up to $9,750 per annum for individuals with dependents and $6,036 without dependents.
- 5 weeks annual leave , leaving loading, 18 days personal leave;
- Paid Christmas close down ;
- Upon completion of 12 months of service an Annual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $2,961
Interested applicants should send a copy of their CV along with a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what relevant skills and experience will you bring to the role.
If you have any further queries please contact : Andrew Ralph on 0474 311 334
Applications Close: Wednesday, 7th May 2025
About the NLC
The Northern Land Council (NLC) is an independent statutory authority of the Commonwealth. The NLC is established under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act (NT) 1976 and its purpose is to serve its constituents who are Traditional Owners (TOs) and other Aboriginal people living in their region. Cultural knowledge and lived experience are central to the work that we do here at NLC. We are committed to enhancing Aboriginal peoples social, political and economic participation by supporting their aspirations and amplifying their voices on a range of issues impacting on their lands, seas, culture and communities.
Position Description - Regional Coordinator - Jabiru