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Competitive Salary & benefits package, 5 weeks annual leave + paid ChristmasSubsidised accommodation for up to 4 monthsProfessional Development Opportunities available
OUR STORY
The Central Land Council (CLC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act ****.
The CLC represents traditional landowners, native title holders and other Aboriginal people in the southern half of the Northern Territory—an area of almost 780,000 square kilometres.
The CLC provides its constituents with advice, advocacy and practical assistance to support their aspirations, manage their land and realise and protect their rights.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN
Eligible Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
If an Aboriginal applicant is selected, the remaining non-Aboriginal applicants will not be assessed.
Qualifications
Applicants must have relevant qualifications and demonstrate that they meet essential criteria in order to be considered.
An applicant selected under this affirmative action plan will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility prior to commencement, such as:
completed statutory declaration form, orsupporting statement from an appropriate Aboriginal organisation
THE ROLE
SP002 - Senior Planning and Performance Officer
Base Salary: $115,873 per annum, with the potential for negotiation subject to CEO approval.
Full Time - Fixed Term (6 or 12-month contract options available)
Key Functions
The Senior Planning and Performance Coordinator plays a key role in strengthening organisational planning, performance and accountability across the Central Land Council (CLC).




The position coordinates the Corporate Plan, organisational performance framework, performance reporting and Senate Estimates preparation, and contributes to section strategic planning.
Working closely with managers, the Executive Management Team and Council delegates, the role provides strategic advice to management and performance analysis to improve organisational effectiveness and ensure compliance with Commonwealth performance requirements.
The candidate will exhibit strong strategic thinking, planning, monitoring, and reporting capabilities, exceptional communication skills, and attention to detail and accuracy.
Bringing autonomy in driving projects, supporting organisational engagement, with a continuous improvement and capacity building approach to assist the CLC to deliver effectively on its strategic goals.
Benefits
Competitive salary and perks package, 15.4% superannuation, five weeks annual leave and Christmas shut down period.Generous salary packaging (maximum $29,000 annually, depending on individual circumstances);Ongoing district allowance (circa $3,910 for an individual or $7,170 with dependents);Yearly airfare allowance (circa $1,700);Relocation assistance, should you be moving to the region; andSubsidised, fully furnished accommodation for the first four months.
Support for personal development opportunities, including provided First Aid and 4WD training.




The Central Land Council is dedicated to delivering ongoing professional development and career progression for its people.
You will have the opportunity to undertake professional development and to take part in a number of new projects as the organisation continues to grow and innovate.
Most importantly, this role will allow you to work in a diverse environment where you affect real change.
Mandatory Requirements
Ochre card (working with vulnerable people check)National police clearanceDriver's licence
CONTACT DETAILS
If you're interested in using your skills to make a real difference apply now!
Closing Date: Sunday, 09 August **** or earlier, should a suitable candidate be found earlier.
For further information about this role, please contact Janelle Trotman **************
For more information about the application process please contact Evan Lam (Recruitment Officer) on ************** or ******.
Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, relocation assistance, annual airfare allowance and salary packaging options.
Annual progression within the salary scale is subject to satisfactory performance.
Progression is in accordance with annual increments set out in an enterprise agreement.
The filling of this vacancy is an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act ****.
Position Description
Type: Fixed term
Category: Policy and Governance - Policy and Governance
Reference ID: EL******
Date Posted: 23/07/2026
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