Project Coordinator

• Location: Darwin
• Status: Full-time Ongoing X 2
• Base Salary: $115194per annum plus 15% superannuation

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is seeking two skilledProject Coordinator to join our Regional Development Group supporting land use and development activities on Aboriginal land across the NLC region. This role plays a critical coordination and project administration function supporting the management of Land Use Expressions of Interest and Land Use Agreements under section 19 and section 19A of the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976(ALRA).

About the Role:

Based within the Regional Operations Team the Project Coordinator is responsible for coordinating project administration and engagement activities associated with third-party land use proposals on Aboriginal land. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team - including Legal Anthropology GIS and Regional staff you will support the assessment of proponents and proposals coordinate consultation processes and assist in progressing land use matters efficiently and compliantly. The role involves close engagement with Traditional Owners Aboriginal groups government community service providers and industry stakeholders as well as coordination of meetings travel logistics and reporting. Regular regional and remote travel is a core component of the position.

What you will Bring:

You are an organised and confident project professional with experience coordinating complex projects in regulated or community-focused environments. You bring strong communication skills cultural awareness and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail. You enjoy working collaboratively across disciplines leading negotiations and consultations and producing high-quality documentation that supports informed decision-making.

In addition you will have:

• A Bachelor degree in Business Administration Management or a related field or at least four (4) years relevant experience in project coordination land management or a related sector
• Minimum two (2) years practical experience coordinating project administration activities Experience supporting negotiations consultations conflict resolution and meeting facilitation
• Experience in financial administration including budgeting cost recovery and corporate card management
• Sound written communication skills including previous experience in the preparation of submissions briefs and reports.

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

Whats in it for you

Working at the NLC offers the opportunity to:

Be part of a purpose-driven organisation supporting Aboriginal land rights. Work across diverse regions projects and stakeholders. Develop your project coordination skills in a unique statutory and cross-cultural environment.

We offer:

• A base salary $115194per 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 $4884 per annum DA2 for individuals with dependents and $2678 DA1 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 airfarewith a net (in hand) value of $3177.

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 will bring to the role.

For further queries please contact: Jeffery Yoelu Mobile

Applications Close: Friday 8 May 2026

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 on their lands seas culture and communities.