Community Planning & Development Project Support Officer - North

Status: Full-time | Two-Year Fixed Term Contract

Make a real difference by helping Traditional Owners bring their ideas to life and create lasting community outcomes.

Are you organised, community-minded and passionate about supporting Aboriginal-led decision-making? The Northern Land Council (NLC) is seeking a Community Planning & Development Project Support Officer to help deliver projects that make a real difference across the Top End.

About the Role:

The Community Planning and Development team works with Traditional Owners and native title groups on projects chosen by Aboriginal groups and communities.

As the Project Support Officer, you will provide practical and administrative support to the team. You will help organise meetings, prepare meeting papers, record decisions, process invoices and arrange travel and other project activities.

You will also help Project Officers provide clear information to Traditional Owners so they can understand their options and make informed decisions about projects that matter to them.

Your work will include:

- Organising community meetings and consultations.
- Preparing meeting notices, agendas, minutes and project records.
- Recording community discussions and decisions accurately.
- Helping to arrange travel, accommodation, venues and other meeting needs.
- Processing invoices and completing administrative tasks.
- Collecting information to help review the progress of community projects; and supporting respectful communication between Traditional Owners, NLC staff and other organisations.





The position involves regular travel to remote communities, including travel by light aircraft and driving a manual four-wheel-drive vehicle.

What You Will Bring:

We are looking for an organised and respectful person who communicates well and enjoys helping communities and project teams get things done.

You will need:

- A Certificate IV in business, project management, community development or a related area, or equivalent practical experience.
- At least one year’s experience in administration, project support, community development or a similar role.
- Experience preparing agendas, minutes, meeting papers and other explicit written documents.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office 365 and electronic recordkeeping systems.
- The ability to work respectfully with Traditional Owners, community members, colleagues and other organisations.
- A current C Class Driver Licence and willingness to travel remotely and drive a manual four-wheel-drive vehicle.

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

What’s in it for You?

You will join a team that supports Traditional Owners and Aboriginal groups to plan and carry out projects that benefit their communities.

We offer:





- A base salary of $71,608 per annum plus 15% superannuation and salary sacrificing up to $15,900 + Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefit up to $2,650 per year.
- Other benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:
- District allowance of up to$4,884 (DA2) per annum for individuals with dependents and $2,678 (DA1) without dependents.
- Generous leave provisions5 weeks annual leave, 18 days personal leave;
- Paid Christmas close down;
- Upon completion of 12 months of service anAnnual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $3,177;

This is an Identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander position. The successful applicant must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This requirement is a genuine occupational qualification authorised under the relevant provisions of the Anti-Discrimination Act (NT).

For further information, Please contact May Buryon ***

Applications close: Saturday 8 August 2026

About the Northern Land Council:

The Northern Land Council is an independent statutory authority established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976. We work alongside Traditional Owners and Aboriginal people across the Top End to protect rights in land and sea, support aspirations for social and economic development, and enable informed decision-making that strengthens culture, communities and Country. Our work is guided by respect, collaboration and a commitment to Aboriginal self-determination.

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📌 Community Planning & Development Project Support Officer - North (Darwin)
🏢 Northern Land Council
📍 Darwin