Programs Officer – Indigenous Business

3 days ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia IMPACT NORTH Full time $75,000 - $80,000 per year

Introduction

  • Support Indigenous entrepreneurs and business programs making a real social impact
  • Join a collaborative, Indigenous-controlled not-for-profit organisation
  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities

The Business

Impact North is an Aboriginal-controlled not-for-profit organisation driving social enterprise and Indigenous business development across Northern Australia. Through initiatives like the Business Builder Program and the Impact North Community, we support entrepreneurs in transforming their visions into reality. Our collaborative team culture values innovation, inclusion, and impact.

The Opportunity

As a Programs Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth delivery of Impact North's programs. Reporting to the Programs Coordinator, you will provide administrative and coordination support across events, workshops, and initiatives that build capability and opportunity for Indigenous businesses.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Coordinating participant onboarding, communications, and program records
  • Managing email lists, scheduling, and program documentation
  • Supporting workshops and events, including logistics, guest check-in, and materials preparation
  • Assisting with light digital engagement, including social media posting and photo/video capture
  • Maintaining accurate data and filing across systems and CRMs
  • Providing responsive support to program leads and external facilitators

About You

To succeed in this role, you'll bring strong organisational and administrative skills, a proactive mindset and a genuine passion for community impact.

You will ideally have:

  • Demonstrated experience in administration, events, membership, or customer service roles
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Confidence in drafting emails, managing records, and supporting program logistics
  • Familiarity with Google Workspace and CRMs (or ability to learn quickly)
  • Experience working with Indigenous communities (highly regarded)
  • High attention to detail and a team-oriented mindset
  • Willingness to travel occasionally to regional/remote NT locations

Qualifications:

  • Certificate III in Business Administration (or equivalent experience)
  • National Police Records Check
  • Working With Children Check

Your Reward

  • Salary of $75,000 – $80,000 + superannuation (pro rata if part-time)
  • Flexible working arrangements to suit work/life balance
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Being part of an agile, innovative, and Indigenous-controlled organisation
  • The chance to make a real social and community impact

Next Steps

To register your interest, click the "Apply" button, without delay.

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