Senior Project Officer – Governance, Planning and Reporting

Job title: Senior Project Officer – Governance, Planning and Reporting

Company: Northern Land Council


Job description: Senior Project Officer – Governance, Planning and Reporting

• Location: Darwin
• Status: Full-time

Are you a skilled governance professional with a passion for making a meaningful impact? The Northern Land Council (NLC) is seeking a Senior Project Officer – Governance, Planning and Reporting to lead critical governance initiatives and drive excellence in planning, reporting, and policy frameworks.About the RoleAs a Senior Project Officer, you’ll play a vital role in implementing, reviewing, and improving governance functions to ensure alignment with best practices and compliance with Commonwealth requirements. Working collaboratively across the NLC, you will lead initiatives, provide expert advice, and empower stakeholders to achieve strategic goals.What You Will BringYou offer expertise and an in-depth understanding of how to interpret and apply legislation, standards and internal policies. Advanced skills in data analysis, identifying trends, and developing evidence-based solutions. Proven experience supervising and managing staff. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and tailor training to diverse audiences. Strong time management and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise and deliver quality work while working with deadlines.

• Relevant tertiary level qualifications at a minimum Advanced Diploma level in Commerce, Law or Business or equivalent experience, minimum of three (3) years working in a similar or related role.
• Ability to identify, analyse and explain trends in data and develop evidence-based solutions.
• Proven record of effectively supervising and managing staff, including demonstrating the ability to provide guidance, support, and leadership to ensure the achievement of team goals.
• Experience conducting process analysis, and preparing high level reports for stakeholders.

For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.What’s in it for you?You will get to work in a friendly and dynamic team environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, flexibility and professional growth, all while supporting meaningful community driven work that is integral to the role the NLC plays in advancing Aboriginal land rights, cultural heritage, and sustainable community outcomes.We offer

• A starting base salary of $98,725 plus 14.5% 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 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 relevant skills and expertise you will bring to the role.For further queries please contact: Sarah Arblaster – 0456 991 135Applications Close: Sunday 16th February 2025About 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.

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Location: Darwin, NT

Job date: Tue, 04 Feb 2025 01:49:36 GMT

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