Are you passionate about working with Indigenous Australian’s and ready to embark on an extraordinary journey through time and culture? Then we want to hear from you!

The NLC has several vacancies within our Anthropology team that we are currently recruiting for:

• Anthropologist – based in Darwin
• Regional Anthropologist – based in Nhulunbuy

Our Anthropologist positions are responsible for providing anthropological advice in relation to the implementation of the Aboriginal Land Rights (NT) Act 1976 (Cth) (ALRA) and the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth) (NTA). The primary focus of these positions is to identify, represent and assist traditional Aboriginal owners (TAOs) and Native Title Holders (NTHs) in matters arising from the acquisition, use, occupation and management of their land under ALRA and the NTA.

These positions will be required to undertake extensive fieldwork across the NLC region, therefore you must have a Current C Class (manual) Drivers Licence and the ability to travel for extended periods in vehicle or light aircraft.

What you will Bring:

• A passion for working with indigenous people to assist them in protecting their interests, their land and their culture.
• Cross-cultural competency
• High level interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to negotiate, consult and/or mediate issues as they arise.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.

In addition to this, you will have:

• Degree in Anthropology, or related discipline; or extensive experience in a similar industry or role.
• A working knowledge of the ALRA, the NTA and other relevant Legislation that impacts the NLC, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge.
• Proven ability to research, prepare and draft anthropological reports, associated materials and other documents fit for purpose
• Current C Class Drivers Licence and the ability and willingness to undertake remote travel in a manual 4WD vehicle or light aircraft.

Please see the attached generic position description.

Please click 'Apply Now' to send us a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining which position vacancy you are interested in as a first preference supported with information that validates you meet the criteria.

What’s in it for you?

• NLC offers competitive and attractive remuneration, work life balance and a unique opportunity to support our Aboriginal communities in the NLC Region.
• These positions are classified under our Enterprise Agreement from Professional Officer 2(PO2) with a commencing base salary of $78,724 per annum to Senior Professional Officer (SPO) with a commencing base salary of $95,106 per annum.

In addition to base salary, you will receive:

• 14% superannuation;
• District allowance starting at $2,539 per annum for Darwin based employees and $5826 per annum for Regionally based employees.
• Upon completion of 12 months of service an Annual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $2,724;
• Generous leave entitlements such as 5 weeks annual leave, leaving loading, 18 days personal leave, and paid Christmas close down;
• Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 and additional Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefits up to $2,650 per year.

If you have any further queries please contact Wendy Asche on 0483 361 624

A position description is attached.