About the NLCThe Northern Land Council (NLC) was established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act in 1976, to assist Aboriginal people in the Top End of the Northern Territory to acquire and manage their traditional lands, waters and seas. Nearly 50 years on we continue to serve over 50,000 Aboriginal people of the Top End and remain 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. About the RoleThe Resources and Energy Branch is responsible for managing the NLC’s contractual obligations and statutory functions and duties as they relate to minerals and energy exploration, production and associated activities. The Project Officer is responsible for providing a range of support to the Senior Project Officers of the Resources and Energy Branch, including in relation to communications, logistics, project management, reporting and administration.ResponsibilitiesSupport effective communications with strong customer focus between traditional Aboriginal owners, external stakeholders and NLC staff in relation to Resources and Energy Branch activities.Provide a high level of administrative and logistical support to Senior Project Officers, including:Communication with regional and other NLC staff in relation to on-country activities of the Resources and Energy Branch, including distribution of meeting notices, notification and transport of Cultural Monitors and other communications with traditional Aboriginal owners.Draft meeting notices, prepare cost estimates/ determined costs, record and maintain attendance lists, fuel vouchers, financial and other records (tax receipts, etc.).Assist organise logistics and associated bookings and payments in relation to consultations and travel; includes casual staff, travel bookings, catering, accommodation, vehicle/venue hire, equipment, purchase orders, reporting and associated administrative tasks.Maintain data in relevant NLC systems relating to consultations and travel arrangements.Create and maintain information records including in relation to casual staff, meeting notice registers, consultation notes and reports.Provide logistical support to Project Officers including preparation of cost estimates, coordination of bookings and payments for travel, accommodation, vehicle/venue hire, and equipment purchase.Undertake a range of administrative tasks to facilitate Branch services and ensure compliance with NLC Policy including developing cost estimates, sourcing quotes, generating purchase orders, auditing expenditure, maintaining attendance lists, data entry into electronic systems, and relevant reporting as required.About youTo thrive in this role, you will have:Demonstrated understanding of, and interest in, the lived experiences of Aboriginal people in the NLCDemonstrated high level cross-cultural, interpersonal and verbal communication skills with an ability to effectively liaise, engage and coordinate across an organisation and to build productive working relationships with work colleagues, constituents and external stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a small team, exercise initiative and work on multiple projects under limited supervision.Experience working in a field-based and office environment and demonstrated ability to prioritise and be flexible to achieve desired outcomes within required timeframes.Demonstrated experience and ability to perform logistics and office administrative tasks and adhere to organisational policies and procedures.Competent writing skills and the ability to produce clear, concise and informative documents to suit the audience and ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information appropriately.Remuneration and Benefits:Full-Time, Fixed Term 3 year contractLocation: DarwinSalary: $76,431 - $89,312AllowancesFBT exempt salary packaging benefits pay13.5% superannuation contribution5 weeks annual leave & 17.5% annual leave loadingCultural knowledge and lived experience is central to the work that we do. We will apply special measures for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates.How to Apply:A full Position Description may be obtained by clicking on this vacancy on our website https://jobs.nlc.org.au/ . We ask that all applications are received through our jobs website – this will ensure that you are submitting a full application for this position. Our website also provides information about our recruitment process. If you are having any problems submitting your application, please contact us on 08 8920 5140.Contact Officer: Lucy Hope on 0409 972 090Applications Close: Sunday, 19th February 2023Please click here for a copy of the Position Description AUD Darwin 0800