Executive Officer

Northern Land Council; Darwin; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent statutory authority in Australia is seeking an Executive Officer to the Chairperson to provide high-level administrative support, coordinate Council projects, and manage stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience in executive support with a strong understanding of corporate governance, preferably in Aboriginal organizations. This position offers a salary of $102,674 plus superannuation and various benefits.

Benefits

15% superannuation

Salary sacrificing options

Meal Entertainment benefits

5 weeks annual leave

Paid Christmas close down

Annual airfare after 12 months

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience in a similar executive support or governance role.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, preferably within Aboriginal organisations.
• Proven ability to manage confidential information and competing priorities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive and administrative support to the Chairperson.
• Manage the Chair’s schedule and coordinate Council-related projects.
• Ensure compliance and cultural sensitivity in all matters handled by the Office of the Chair.

Skills

Proactive communication

Organizational skills

Governance skills

Discretion and diplomacy

Education

Degree in Law, Public Policy or Indigenous Studies

Job description

About the Role

The Executive Officer to the Chairperson plays a vital role in supporting the leadership and governance functions of the Northern Land Council (NLC). Working directly with the Chairperson you’ll provide high‑level executive and administrative support to ensure the effective coordination of Council business stakeholder engagement and strategic priorities.

In this position you’ll manage the Chair’s schedule, prepare correspondence and briefings, accompany the Chair to official meetings and travel, and follow up on key actions to ensure effective outcomes. You will coordinate Council‑related projects and policy research, ensuring accuracy, compliance and cultural sensitivity in all matters handled by the Office of the Chair.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys working at the intersection of governance policy and Aboriginal affairs and is committed to supporting the NLC’s mission of representing Traditional Owners and Aboriginal people across the Top End.

What You Will Bring

You are a proactive professional communicator with strong organisational and governance skills capable of managing sensitive matters with discretion and diplomacy. You can balance strategic priorities with day‑to‑day operations and work confidently alongside senior leaders, Council members and external stakeholders.

In addition you will have:

• Minimum 4 years experience in a similar executive support or governance role
• Strong understanding of corporate governance preferably within Aboriginal organisations, statutory authorities or government
• Proven ability to manage confidential information and competing priorities under pressure
• Degree in Law, Public Policy or Indigenous Studies (or equivalent) Highly desirable

For more information please refer to the position description via the link below

Why Join the NLC

This is a rare opportunity to help contribute directly to Aboriginal leadership and representation in the Northern Territory. You will work in a dynamic environment that values integrity, respect and collaboration, supporting Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities through governance and policy excellence.

We offer:

• A base salary of $102674 per annum plus 15% superannuation and salary sacrificing up to $15900, Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefits up to $2650 per year.
• Other benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:
• District allowance of up to $4797 per annum for individuals with dependents and $2630 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 $3177

Applications Close:

Sunday 26 October 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 their lands, seas, culture and communities.

Special Measures

This position is designated under Special Measures with priority consideration for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants under section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1996 (NT)

Contact

For further queries please contact: Anne Maree Hevey mobile