• Location: Katherine
• Status: Full-time Fixed Term Contract (18 Months)

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is offering an exciting opportunity for an Indigenous trainee to join our Regional Development team in Katherine. This traineeship is ideal for a motivated individual looking to gain practical work experience while completing a nationally recognised qualification.

Earn while you learn—our supportive team will provide coaching and mentoring to help you develop valuable skills in administration while contributing to our important work with Aboriginal communities in the NLC region.

About the Role

As an Administration Trainee, you will receive training and hands-on experience in providing administrative support to our regional office. You will act as a first point of contact and assist with day-to-day office tasks, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery. This is a paid opportunity to gain professional experience while working towards a Certificate qualification.

What You Will Bring:

We are looking for a motivated and reliable individual with a positive attitude and strong work ethic. You should have good organisational skills, be comfortable using technology, and enjoy working as part of a team.

In addition to this, you will have: -

• Completion of year 10 high school or previous work experience.
• Good attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to work with a range of computer software products, in particular Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Willingness to learn and develop administrative skills.
• The ability to organise and prioritize tasks as required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (desirable).
• C Class driver’s licence (or willingness to obtain) is an advantage.

For a full copy of the position description refer to the link provided below.

What’s in it for you?

You will be part of a friendly and supportive team that values professional growth and flexibility. This traineeship provides an excellent opportunity to gain real-world experience in a dynamic organisation committed to supporting Aboriginal communities.

We offer:

• District allowance of up to $9,750 per annum for individuals with dependents and $6,036 without dependents.
• 5 weeks annual leave, leaving loading, 18 days personal leave;
• Paid Christmas close down;
• Upon completion of 12 months of service an Annual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $2,961

• Competitive Salary (Base Salary of $52,759 per annum) plus 14.5% superannuation and salary sacrificing up to $15,900 + Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefits up to $2,650 per year.
• Other benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:

Interested applicants should send a copy of their CV along with a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what they hope to achieve?

Please note that this is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position, therefore this position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only. This is a genuine occupation requirement and is in accordance with special measures as provided in the legislation.

If you have any further queries please contact: Leigh Crossman on 0438 303 398

Applications Close: Friday, 11th April 2025

About the NLC

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is an independent statutory authority of the Commonwealth. The NLC is established under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act (NT) 1976 and its purpose is to serve its constituents who are Traditional Owners (TOs) and other Aboriginal people living in their region. Cultural knowledge and lived experience are central to the work that we do here at NLC. We are committed to enhancing Aboriginal peoples social, political and economic participation by supporting their aspirations and amplifying their voices on a range of issues impacting on their lands, seas, culture and communities.