Location: Darwin or KatherineStatus: Full-time Help Shape the Future for Aboriginal Women and YouthAre you passionate about working with Aboriginal women and young people to strengthen culture, leadership and connection to Country? Join the Northern Land Council (NLC) and play a key role in supporting women, youth, and families across South East Arnhem Land to achieve their goals and protect their homelands for generations to come.About the RoleThis role focuses on supporting the Yugul Mangi and Numbulwar ranger groups to strengthen the involvement of women and young people in land and sea management. As the Women & Youth Coordinator, you will help organise cultural and land management activities for women and young people. Your role supports Aboriginal people to strengthen culture, gain skills, and develop leadership opportunities on Country. You will work closely with Traditional Owners, elders, rangers, youth, and partner organisations.What you will bring:The successful candidate will be someone who is experienced and deeply committed to supporting Aboriginal communities, especially women and youth, to build strong futures. You will have a background in delivering culturally appropriate land management activities and previous experience empowering women and youth with leadership, training, and employment pathways. Your proven ability to work independently, problem-solve, and engage respectfully with community leaders, elders, and families will allow you to thrive in this role.In addition to this you will also have:At least 4 years relevant experience and /or Minimum Advanced Diploma in Natural and Cultural Resource Management, Community Development, Experience in program management, training delivery, mentoring or capacity building with Aboriginal communities.Knowledge of Aboriginal land and sea management practices and challenges.Current C Class Driver’s Licence and Ochre Card (or willingness to obtain). What’s in it for You?Work on Country and support communities to strengthen culture, leadership and self-determination. Build strong, trusted relationships with Traditional Owners, elders, families, rangers and young people. Join a dedicated and supportive team at the NLC that values Aboriginal voices, knowledge and leadership. You will have access to professional development opportunities and ongoing support.We offer  A base salary of $84,985 per 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 (DA) of up to $4,797 per annum for individuals with dependents and $2,630 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 experience If you have any further queries please contact: Peter Phillips on 0447 665 969Applications Close: Tuesday, 8 July 2025This 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.About the NLCThe 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 - Women and Youth Coordinator AUD Darwin 0800

Women and Youth Coordinator

  • Location: Darwin or Katherine
  • Status: Full-time

 

Help Shape the Future for Aboriginal Women and Youth

Are you passionate about working with Aboriginal women and young people to strengthen culture, leadership and connection to Country? Join the Northern Land Council (NLC) and play a key role in supporting women, youth, and families across South East Arnhem Land to achieve their goals and protect their homelands for generations to come.

About the Role

This role focuses on supporting the Yugul Mangi and Numbulwar ranger groups to strengthen the involvement of women and young people in land and sea management. As the Women & Youth Coordinator, you will help organise cultural and land management activities for women and young people. Your role supports Aboriginal people to strengthen culture, gain skills, and develop leadership opportunities on Country. You will work closely with Traditional Owners, elders, rangers, youth, and partner organisations.

What you will bring:

The successful candidate will be someone who is experienced and deeply committed to supporting Aboriginal communities, especially women and youth, to build strong futures. You will have a background in delivering culturally appropriate land management activities and previous experience empowering women and youth with leadership, training, and employment pathways. Your proven ability to work independently, problem-solve, and engage respectfully with community leaders, elders, and families will allow you to thrive in this role.

In addition to this you will also have:

  • At least 4 years relevant experience and /or Minimum Advanced Diploma in Natural and Cultural Resource Management, Community Development,
  • Experience in program management, training delivery, mentoring or capacity building with Aboriginal communities.
  • Knowledge of Aboriginal land and sea management practices and challenges.
  • Current C Class Driver’s Licence and Ochre Card (or willingness to obtain).

 

What’s in it for You?

Work on Country and support communities to strengthen culture, leadership and self-determination. Build strong, trusted relationships with Traditional Owners, elders, families, rangers and young people. Join a dedicated and supportive team at the NLC that values Aboriginal voices, knowledge and leadership. You will have access to professional development opportunities and ongoing support.

We offer

 A base salary of $84,985 per 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 (DA) of up to $4,797 per annum for individuals with dependents and $2,630 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 experience 

If you have any further queries please contact: Peter Phillips on 0447 665 969

Applications Close: Tuesday, 8 July 2025

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.

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 - Women and Youth Coordinator