Stakeholder & Network Coordinator (LoCP)

• Location: Darwin
• Status: Full-time

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is seeking a motivated Stakeholder & Network Coordinator to support the Learning on Country Program (LoCP) across 14 remote communities. You'll coordinate operations, engage with local coordinators and Indigenous stakeholders, and help deliver meaningful cultural, educational, and employment outcomes in a values-driven, collaborative organisation.

About the Role:

Under the direction of the LoC Manager, this position is responsible for providing day to day oversight and coordination of the Operational functions of the LoC Program across 14 remote community delivery sites. This role provides advice and assistance in ensuring delivery site compliance in accordance with Government funding criteria and the LoC Program Guidelines. This role manages the 'on-ground' aspect of the LoC Program and directly engages with local coordinators, Indigenous stakeholders, Program partners and the wider LoC Program network.

What you will bring:

You will bring qualifications or lived experience in working with remote Indigenous communities in the education space, along with practical skills in developing MOUs, Operational Plans, and supporting senior secondary or vocational education programs. Your knowledge of the Learning on Country Program, two-way pedagogical approaches, and Indigenous Ranger Programs will be highly valued, as will strong project management and administrative skills. A current NT Driver's Licence, willingness to travel remotely, and an Ochre Card (or ability to obtain) are essential and will allow you to thrive in this role.

In addition to this you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Education, Natural Resource and Cultural Management or Indigenous Community Engagement and Facilitation and / or minimum three (3) years lived experience working in remote Indigenous communities delivering Indigenous programs.
• Practical experience in the negotiation, creation and implementation of MOUs and Operational Plans.
• Experience in, working in an educational setting with senior secondary and vocational education programs.
• Current C Class NT Drivers Licence and the ability and willingness to undertake frequent and extensive remote travel in manual 4WD vehicles and light aircraft.

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

What's in it for you?

This is your chance to play a key role in shaping and supporting the Learning on Country Program. In this role, you'll work closely with Indigenous leaders, local coordinators, schools, ranger groups, and partner organisations to deliver a program that connects culture, education, and employment pathways. This is more than a coordination role — it's an opportunity to contribute to meaningful change, develop your leadership skills, and grow your career in a unique and rewarding environment.

We offer:

• A base salary of $102,669per 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 allowance of 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 airfarewith 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: Thursday 18 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.