• Full-time 3 year contract based in Darwin
• Unique program supporting fire-carbon enterprises
• Salary range of $102,511 – $112,630 plus 15.4% superannuation

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the ATSI Act and subject to the PGPA Act. The ILSC assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to realise economic, social, cultural and environmental benefits that the ownership and management of land, water and water related rights can bring. The ILSC provides this assistance through the acquisition and management of rights and interests in land, salt water and fresh water country.

Through the Savanna Fire Management (SFM) Program, the ILSC works in partnership with Indigenous landholders to identify, develop and support the implementation of viable and sustainable fire-carbon enterprises on Indigenous-held land in the NT. Funds are available to support feasibility assessments, business planning, training, fire management operations and the purchase of relevant plant and equipment.

The ILSC is seeking a proactive Senior Carbon Coordinator to join our Northern Strategic Projects team to support the delivery of the SFM Program in the Northern Territory.

Under the direction of the Program Manager – Northern Strategic Projects, you will:

• Provide advice and support on carbon project management to the ILSCs Savanna Fire Management Program, ILSC Project Managers, and Indigenous groups generally as required.
• Lead SFM Program initiatives to encourage sustainable governance structures enabling Indigenous entity development for long-term independent carbon project management.
• Manage projects, including contract management of external consultants, supervising project teams, and using ILSC internal project management, contracting and finance systems as required.
• Assist with communications and strategy development relating to carbon emissions, environmental performance and cultural outcomes.
• Provide policy advice to ILSC staff, the Board and Executive on carbon-related developments and opportunities, based on up to date knowledge of national and international carbon policy, market and methodology developments. Including through engaging with internal and external stakeholders, the research community, Australian, State and Territory Government, and relevant legislation development processes.

At the ILSC we offer:

• Flexible working options
• Generous leave entitlements
• 15.4% superannuation
• Supported career training and development
• Great work environment with a supportive culture where people are valued, supported and respected.

The preferred applicant will be engaged under the provisions of the ILC Enterprise Agreement.

Applications are to include a current CV and covering letter (covering letter to be maximum 2 pages detailing how your skills and experience align with the position profile). Further information may be requested if you are selected for interview. You must be an Australian resident to apply for this role.

For more information please contact: Margarita Towers – Program Manager – Northern Strategic Projects, 0439 899 846 or Freecall 1800 818 490.

At the ILSC we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we support.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

A position description is attached.