Anthropologist - Genealogy and Research Support

• Location: Darwin
• Status: Fulltime

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is seeking a dedicated anthropologist to work as member of the Anthropology Branchs Genealogy and Research Support team. Genealogical research is an important aspect of the NLCs statutory roles pertaining to theAboriginal Land Rights Act (Northern Territory) 1976 and the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth).

About the Role:

As an anthropologist you will work collaboratively with other team members along with regional and native title anthropologists to create and maintain the NLCs genealogical records. Guided by senior anthropologists the role will involve conducting detailed desktop and at times fieldbased genealogical research and associated tasks. The role requires an attention to detail and accuracy.

What You Will Bring:

As the ideal candidate youll bring a passion for Indigenous heritage and a strong background in anthropology or related fields. Your skills in genealogical research cultural documentation and stakeholder collaboration will be key to your success in this role. Your excellent communication and problemsolving abilities will enable you to work effectively with diverse teams and engage respectfully with traditional Aboriginal owners (TAOs) and Native Title Holders (NTHs). With a dedication to work you will play an important role in supporting TAOs and NTHs attain and exercise their land and native title rights preserve their cultural heritage and connections to country and kin.

In addition to this you will have:

• Degree in Anthropology or related discipline; or extensive equivalent experience in a similar industry or role.
• Preferable minimum two 2 years practical experience.
• A working knowledge of ALRA and NTA and other relevant Legislation that impacts the NLC or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge.
• Current C class licence capacity and willingness to travel fly and work in regional and remote areas for extended periods.

For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.

Whats in it for you

Joining the NLC means becoming part of a missiondriven organization committed to preserving Indigenous heritage and advancing the rights of Aboriginal people. Youll work with a passionate and skilled team in a role that offers:

• Opportunities to engage directly with TAOs and NTHs and their communities.
• The reward of working in a role that is meaningful and tangibly supports TAOs and NTHs.
• Professional development and career growth in a supportive and inclusive environment.

We offer:

• A base salary of $81716 per annum plus 14.5 superannuation
• 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 leave loading 18 days personal leave;
  • Paid Christmas close down;
  • Upon completion of 12 months of service anAnnual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $2961

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 experiences you can bring to the position

If you have any further queries please contact Gay English Senior Anthropologist on.

Applications Close: Monday 28 April 2025

About the NLC

The 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 Aboriginal owners (TAOs) 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.