Tangentyere Council is a community controlled Public Benevolent Institution delivering human services and social enterprise activities for the benefit of Aboriginal people from the Town Camps and Central Australia.

First incorporated in 1979, the organisation was a finalist in the 2016 Reconciliation Australia, Indigenous Governance Awards and is one of the 10 largest Aboriginal Corporations in Australia.

At Tangentyere, our jobs are varied and range from administrative to professional fields.

We have a strong commitment to the employment of local Aboriginal staff, valuing this as a core feature of any culturally competent service, as well as the capacity development of Aboriginal people. The majority of our workforce is Aboriginal. Inherent within TCAC employment of local Aboriginal people is the concept of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

With a dedicated and friendly workforce, generous entitlements, and challenging and rewarding roles, Tangentyere Council offers an ideal workplace for people interested in working in Aboriginal Community Services.

Tangentyere Council is committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at Tangentyere Council is responsible for the care and protection of children and reporting information about child abuse.

Our recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be aware that we carry out working with children, police checks and reference checks for all candidates to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.

Employee Perks

Tangentyere is pleased to offer attractive employee benefits, including:

- Generous leave entitles including 6 weeks annual leave, with 17.5% leave loading, and Healthy Lifestyle Leave
- Attractive remote area Salary Sacrifice arrangements available to permanent part time and full time staff
- Long Service Leave available,



pro rata after 7 years continuous service.
- Additional allowances include bilingual, first aid, travel
- Guaranteed remuneration whilst on Jury Service

Contact Human Resources 4 Elder Street,

Alice Springs NT 0870

T: (08) 8951 4222

Option 7

OCE - Town Camp Governance and Safety Project Officer

Level: 7.1

Salary: $123,450 per annum/pro rata

Status: Full Time - Short Term Contract to 30/06/2027

Tangentyere Council Aboriginal Corporation (TCAC) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation (ACCO) delivering human services and social enterprise activities for the benefit of Aboriginal people from the Alice Springs Town Camps, urban Alice Springs, and Central Australia.

Led by our Board of Directors, the Office of the Chief Executive (OCE) is working closely with Town Campers to ensure all aspects of Housing Management across all Town Camps transitions back to TCAC in a manner which upholds principles of self-determination and supports strong governance within Housing Associations/Committees utilising the local – decision making framework.

The Town Camp Governance and Safety Project Officer is a full-time position working within the OCE team to ensure new and existing governance and organisational policies and programs address local priorities and needs to achieve meaningful and lasting outcomes.

The Town Camp Governance and Safety Coordinator leads internal coordination and response to issues on Town Camps, facilitates leadership and governance meetings using the Town Camp Wellness Framework, and supports the development of a Town Camp Authority Group.



The role works closely with the Tangentyere Board, Town Camp Association members and a range of stakeholders to manage incidents, drive follow-up actions, and strengthen community-led decision making.

Town Campers and other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are preferred candidates for this position and are strongly encouraged to apply.

Closing date: 21/10/2026

Suitable applicants may be appointed prior to the closing date.

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How to Apply

To apply for a position at Tangentyere Council Aboriginal Corporation you must submit all of the following:

- A Resume/CV (curriculum vitae) including three referees, of whom at least two are aware of your current or recent work history.
- A cover letter.
- An application which addresses the Selection Criteria for the position.
- A current NT Working with Children’s Card (Ochre Card)
- A satisfactory Police Check (completed within the last 6 months)
- A copy of your Australian Driver’s Licence.
- Any other qualifications outlined as required in the Selection Criteria.

Applicants must be Australian residents or must attach evidence of current work Visa. All documents must be submitted for your application to be considered.

Your application must be received by the nominated closing time for that position.

Once your application has been received, you will be advised as to whether you have been shortlisted for an interview. Successful applicants at Tangentyere are selected according to a carefully managed Selection Process.

Email or mail your completed application to:

Email Us [email protected]

HR Manager (Confidential) Tangentyere Council

PO Box 8070

Alice Springs, NT 0870

📌 OCE - Town Camp Governance and Safety Project Officer (Alice Springs)
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