Community Engagement Coordinator (W/ Relocation Assistance!)

• Are you an adventurous spirit looking for your next opportunity? Join us as a Community Engagement Coordinator in Australia's Red Centre, connecting with a diverse community!
• Earn a competitive salary of up to $115,905 p.a. + 15.4% superannuation + up to $29,000 , salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay!
• Relocation assistance + subsidised housing + airfare allowance available to help you make this picturesque region your new home!

The Central Land Council (CLC) is a corporate entity created by the Aboriginal Land Right (Northern Territory) Act, with an elected 90-member Aboriginal Council. It has effectively fulfilled its statutory functions through representing, protecting and advocating for Aboriginal people's rights and interests for over 45 years.

We now have an exciting opportunity available for a Community Engagement Coordinatorto join the Council and play a vital role in strengthening CLC's monitoring of social performance and engagement with resource companies.

As our next Community Engagement Coordinator, you will have the exciting opportunity to support and advocate for traditional owners through monitoring the outcomes of minerals and energy agreements in the CLC region.

By representing and advocating for the interests of traditional owners, you'll uphold the mandates of the Aboriginal Land Rights Act and the Native Title Act, fostering sustainable and mutually beneficial relationships while acting as a bridge between parties.

You will also be responsible for coordinating the CLC's governance role and implementation of the Tanami Desert Ten Year Plan: a voluntary commitment between traditional land owner, affected communities and resource company. 

You’ll also have the opportunity to attend remote meetings out in community, allowing you to explore parts of Australia that most will never get to experience!

For a full list of duties and responsibilities click apply now!

To be considered for this role, you’ll ideally have relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Science or related fields such as mining, environment and sustainability AND/OR relevant professional experience in a similar role.

The following skills and experience will be strong assets:

• Experience in community development, preferably with remote Aboriginal communities
• Demonstrated project management experience

Furthermore, a genuine love for the outdoors and a spirit of adventure will be essential, as this role occasionally involves working in remote and awe-inspiring locations alongside traditional Aboriginal landowners. 

You’ll ideally have a deep appreciation for Aboriginal society and culture, coupled with a keen understanding of the contemporary issues impacting Aboriginal communities. 

We also welcome candidates who can demonstrate their ability to navigate cross-cultural environments with Indigenous populations, even in international contexts.

Your communication skills, both written and verbal, should be highly developed to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders. Adaptability is also key, as it will empower you to confidently traverse complex landscapes, build collaborative relationships, and contribute to our shared mission.

Additional requirements include:

• Ability to obtain an Ochre Card (Working With Children Check) from SafeNT and satisfactory National Police Clearance
• Current valid driver’s licence, with the ability to drive long distances in a 4WD vehicle
• Ability to drive a manual vehicle
• Proficiency in the use of computers, particularly MS Office Suite programs

In addition to a competitive salary of circa $107,338 up to $115,905 p.a. + 15.4% superannuation (depending on qualifications, skills, and experience), the successful candidate will receive a range of benefits from Central Land Council, including:

• Salary packaging options that can increase your take-home pay by up to $29,000 p.a.
• Annual airfare and district allowance to help you offset living and travel expenses ($1,300 airfare allowance per annum + up to $6,400 district allowance per annum if moving with dependants, or $3,490 if relocating alone) 
• Flexible working arrangements, including time-in-lieu and flex-time for additional hours accrued while in the field
• WFH opportunities available
• Travel allowance available for work-related travel
• Relocation assistance to help you make this vibrant region your new home
• Subsidised accommodation for the first four months (if relocating)
• 5 weeks of annual leave PLUS an additional week of leave over Christmas/New Year
• 17.5% annual leave loading

If you share our values then come join us at CLC and advocate for Aboriginal people's rights - apply now!