Business & Communications Officer (LoCP)

• Location: Darwin
• Status: Full-time, Fixed-term

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is seeking an experienced and motivated Business & Communications Officer to join our Land and Sea Management group. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in the Learning on Country Program (LoCP), supporting operations across multiple remote communities in the Northern Territory.

About the Role

Reporting to the Business Coordinator, this role provides high-level administrative, financial, and business support to the LoC Program. You will be responsible for contract management, procurement, payments, program reporting, and compliance, ensuring all operations align with organisational policies and funding requirements. The position also has a strong communications focus, coordinating LoC Program social media platforms, website content, and communication strategies. You will manage the logistical arrangements for program promotional events, workshops and meetings, ensuring consistent and professional messaging and delivery across audiences. This is a diverse role that requires attention to detail, a strong ability to prioritise, and confidence working across multiple stakeholders—including schools, ranger groups, contractors, and program partners.

What you will bring:

You are a detail-oriented and proactive professional with strong business, communication and organisational skills. You can manage budgets and contracts, coordinate projects and logistics, and deliver accurate reports and professional communications to a wide audience.

In addition to this you will have:

• Advanced Diploma/Degree in Business Administration or related field and/or minimum of two (2) years' experience in a similar position.
• Experience in financial planning and management including budgeting, procurement and cost management in alignment with organisation systems and processes.
• Strong organisational, project management and analytical capabilities, with the ability to interpret complex reports, contracts and financial information.
• Excellent cross-cultural, interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and coordinate across diverse stakeholders, build productive relationships.
• Knowledge of and experience in effectively utilising a range of social media platforms and website maintenance

For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.

Why Join the NLC?

The Learning on Country Program is a nationally recognised initiative that connects school-based education with Aboriginal cultural knowledge and ranger programs. By joining the LoC team, you will directly contribute to the success of a program that strengthens education, culture and community leadership in the NT.

What's in it for you?

As part of a dedicated and collaborative team that supports your professional development, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery and administration of the LoCP, ensuring compliance with organisational policies, funding requirements, and operational standards. NLC offers competitive and attractive remuneration, work-life balance, and a unique opportunity to support Aboriginal communities across the NLC region through effective program coordination and communications.

We offer:

• A base salary of $83,099per annum plus 15% 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 allowanceof up to $4,631 per annum for individuals with dependents and $2,539 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 $3,177.64

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 experiences you will bring to the role.

If you have any further queries please contact: Shane Bailey

Applications Close: Wednesday 17 September 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 the 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.