Location: DarwinStatus: Full-time Ongoing   About the opportunityThe Northern Land Council (NLC) is undergoing an exciting period of transformation and growth, strategically focused on delivering on our commitments and supporting our seven regions. As part of this regionalisation effort, we are reinforcing our leadership, strengthening our governance, and driving a clear, results-oriented strategy to serve as a powerful advocate for our constituents.We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Regional Manager to lead the Darwin-Daly Wagait area, joining our dynamic and forward-thinking Regional Development team. Based in Darwin, this pivotal leadership role will oversee the operations of the Darwin-Daly Wagait team, ensuring the region achieves outstanding service delivery and operational outcomes aligned with strategic and operational plans.As Regional Manager, you will manage and drive the successful implementation of NLC projects and programs within the Darwin-Daly Wagait Region. You will also play a key leadership role in advancing the NLC’s regionalisation objectives, fostering collaboration, and delivering impactful outcomes for the community.About you You have a background in managing regional development teams with strong organisational, community and business management background that aligns with the NLC purpose and function. You are passionate about our communities and align with our Traditional Owner (TO) centric model.  Your excellent communication skills and collaborative approach will see you establish and maintain outstanding working relationships and trust with key stakeholders.What you will needMinimum of four (4) years’ operational management experience with demonstrated experience in remote/ regional service delivery.Understanding of the Aboriginal Land Rights (NT) Act 1976 and other legislation relevant to the land interests of traditional owners and Aboriginal communities, as managed by the NLC.Sound knowledge of financial management (including budgets, procurement practices, variance reporting, funding reporting.High level cross-cultural, interpersonal and verbal communication skills with an ability to effectively liaise, engage and coordinate across an array of stakeholders (internal, traditional owners and external organisations) to build productive working relationships. What’s in it for you?This position works closely with the broader Regional Development team and the regional office network team.  It gives you a unique opportunity to work closely with and support our Aboriginal communities in the Darwin-Daly Wagait. Based in Darwin, with regular regional travel this position has an annual salary of $140,000 plus 14.5% superannuation and salary sacrificing. How to ApplyThis vacancy is an Aboriginal prioritised position.  Eligible Aboriginal applicants will be given priority consideration as per the special measures provision of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT).  All other applicants will only be assessed for selection if there is no suitable Aboriginal special measures applicant who accepts the vacancyTo Apply in writing, click on the link and complete the application form and upload a cover letter addressing the criteria provided above supported with a copy of your current CV.Applications Close: Sunday, 9th February 2025About 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 Manager DDW AUD Darwin City 0800

Regional Manager Darwin Daly Wagait (DDW)

  • Location: Darwin
  • Status: Full-time Ongoing  

 

About the opportunity

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is undergoing an exciting period of transformation and growth, strategically focused on delivering on our commitments and supporting our seven regions. As part of this regionalisation effort, we are reinforcing our leadership, strengthening our governance, and driving a clear, results-oriented strategy to serve as a powerful advocate for our constituents.

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Regional Manager to lead the Darwin-Daly Wagait area, joining our dynamic and forward-thinking Regional Development team. Based in Darwin, this pivotal leadership role will oversee the operations of the Darwin-Daly Wagait team, ensuring the region achieves outstanding service delivery and operational outcomes aligned with strategic and operational plans.

As Regional Manager, you will manage and drive the successful implementation of NLC projects and programs within the Darwin-Daly Wagait Region. You will also play a key leadership role in advancing the NLC’s regionalisation objectives, fostering collaboration, and delivering impactful outcomes for the community.

About you

You have a background in managing regional development teams with strong organisational, community and business management background that aligns with the NLC purpose and function. You are passionate about our communities and align with our Traditional Owner (TO) centric model.  Your excellent communication skills and collaborative approach will see you establish and maintain outstanding working relationships and trust with key stakeholders.

What you will need

  • Minimum of four (4) years’ operational management experience with demonstrated experience in remote/ regional service delivery.
  • Understanding of the Aboriginal Land Rights (NT) Act 1976 and other legislation relevant to the land interests of traditional owners and Aboriginal communities, as managed by the NLC.
  • Sound knowledge of financial management (including budgets, procurement practices, variance reporting, funding reporting.
  • High level cross-cultural, interpersonal and verbal communication skills with an ability to effectively liaise, engage and coordinate across an array of stakeholders (internal, traditional owners and external organisations) to build productive working relationships.

 

What’s in it for you?

This position works closely with the broader Regional Development team and the regional office network team.  It gives you a unique opportunity to work closely with and support our Aboriginal communities in the Darwin-Daly Wagait.

Based in Darwin, with regular regional travel this position has an annual salary of $140,000 plus 14.5% superannuation and salary sacrificing. 

How to Apply

This vacancy is an Aboriginal prioritised position.  Eligible Aboriginal applicants will be given priority consideration as per the special measures provision of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT).  All other applicants will only be assessed for selection if there is no suitable Aboriginal special measures applicant who accepts the vacancy

To Apply in writing, click on the link and complete the application form and upload a cover letter addressing the criteria provided above supported with a copy of your current CV.

Applications Close: Sunday, 9th February 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 Manager DDW