Job Summary
- $81,716 per annum plus 14.5% superannuation and salary sacrificing up to $15,900
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 22nd Nov 2024
Do you have a deep commitment to exploring and safeguarding Indigenous culture? The NLC is seeking a dedicated Anthropologist (Genealogy and Research Support) to contribute to preserving cultural heritage and recording connections to country across our regions.
As an Anthropologist, you will play a key role in creating and maintaining genealogical records, conducting targeted research, and documenting sacred sites and traditional ownership. Guided by senior anthropologists, you will update genealogical materials, prepare Land Information Releases, and collaborate closely with constituents to ensure cultural and historical accuracy. Your work will directly contribute to the NLC’s mission of protecting Indigenous rights under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1976 and the Native Title Act 1993.
As the ideal candidate, you’ll bring a passion for Indigenous culture 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 problem-solving abilities will enable you to work effectively with diverse teams and engage respectfully with Aboriginal communities. With a dedication to work, you will play an important role in protecting land, culture, and Indigenous rights.
In addition to this, you will have:
For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.
Joining the NLC means becoming part of a mission-driven organisation committed to preserving Indigenous culture and advancing Aboriginal rights. You’ll work with a passionate and skilled team in a role that offers:
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 Wendy Asche on 0437 746 879
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.
A position description is attached.