Corporate Services & Project Support Officer

Carpentaria Land Council Aboriginal Corporation (CLCAC) has an exciting new opportunity for a passionate and committed professional to join our organization. Based in the thriving regional City of Cairns in Far North Queensland, surrounded by lush tropical rainforest and on the doorstep to the World Heritage listed Excellent Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, this opportunity offers the perfect work-life balance, with frequent travel to the lower Gulf of Carpentaria in outback Queensland.

What We Offer:

This is a full-time position based in Cairns, with some travel throughout the Lower Gulf of Carpentaria region.

- Salary Range: ($61,958 - $72,852) per annum depending on qualifications and experience

- CLCAC is a Private Benevolent Institution and generous Salary Sacrifice and Meal Entertainment Benefits are available

- Generous Leave entitlements including 5 weeks annual leave and up to two weeks paid Christmas shutdown

- Secure In office Parking

- Employee Assistance Program, including for family members of the same household

About Us:

CLCAC was established 44 years ago in Moungibi (Burketown) to represent the rights & interests of Traditional Owners. We support native title, PBC business and economic development and First Nations land and environment management programs with the overall goal of being the leader of sustainable indigenous community development in the lower Gulf region, where our people are self-determined and empowered to take control of country, culture and their economic future.

Our Vision:

To be the leader of sustainable indigenous community development in the lower Gulf region where our people are self-determined and empowered to take control of country, culture and their economic future.

Our Values

- Unity

- Leadership

- Integrity

- Commitment

The Opportunity:

Working under the direction and supervision from the Senior Finance Officer,



as the Corporate Services & Project Support Officer, you will provide high level administrative support to CLCAC’s projects and programs, including attending to travel and meeting logistics, undertaking procurement of services and supplies and assisting with the management of CLCAC’s vehicle and vessel fleets.

To be successful in this role you will be someone with exceptional organisation and communication skills, be committed to team success and able to think creatively to solve problems.

Key Areas of Responsibilities includes:

- Procurement of Goods and Services;

- Coordination of Travel and Meeting Logistics;

- Assisting with Asset Management, including Motor Vehicle and Vessel Fleets; and

- General administration duties of the Corporate Unit.

Eligibility / Skills / Qualifications / Experience:

Essential:

- Certificate 3 in Business Administration

- MYOB Competency

- High level skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook);

- Prior experience in procurement and arranging meeting and travel logistics

- Open Manual C Class Driver’s Licence

Desirable:

- Certificate 4 or higher in Business Administration.

Attributes:

- Willingness to learn;

- Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to a diverse range of people;

- Works effectively in a team environment;

- Good attention to detail;

- Able to use initiative and think creatively to solve problems;

- Reliable and committed;

- Ability to adapt in a changing environment.

To Apply:

Send us your best pitch! Summarise in a cover letter (1-2 pages maximum) why you want to work for CLCAC and how your experience and qualifications make you the right candidate for the role. Don’t forget to attach your CV and provide details of at least 2 professional referees.

Applications close midnight AEST Sunday 30 August 2026

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To obtain a copy of the full Position Description or discuss this opportunity further, please contact Toktam, People and Payroll Officer, on 07 4034 5*** or send us an email to **@clcac.com.au

📌 Corporate Services Project Support Officer (Cairns)
🏢 Carpentaria Land Council Aboriginal
📍 Cairns