Under an Approved Special Plan. This Position is designated only for a person from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nationality who meets all the essential criteria and is suitable at the level of position.

Roper Gulf Regional Council is looking for a committed and experienced Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer(Male) to join our team in Katherine.

Our Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer (ACLO) will work strategically with the community, Councillors, the Council, and stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes for local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities within the Roper Gulf Regional Council region. The focus will be on advancing reconciliation, promoting self-determination, and fostering sustainable, positive change.

You’ll play a key role in:

Coordinating events like NAIDOC Week and Reconciliation Week

Supporting Aboriginal employment and mentoring programs

Promoting cross-cultural training and engagement

Driving the implementation of the Reconciliation Action Plan

Building strong relationships with stakeholders and funding bodies

What We’re Looking For

Diploma in Aboriginal Studies, Community Development, or Social Science, or 3+ years’ experience in a similar role

Strong understanding of Aboriginal communities and stakeholder engagement

Excellent communication, project coordination, and time management skills

Experience in grant writing, budgeting, and community program delivery

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Salary & Benefits

Base Salary: $89,905.15– $98,881.53per annum (depending on experience)

Leave Entitlements: 6 weeks annual leave + 10 days personal/sick leave

Professional Development: Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities

Salary Sacrifice Options: Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging

How to Apply

To apply, please submit the following documents:

A current Resume

A Cover Letter

A detailed response to the Selection Criteria outlined in the ( Position Description ).

Submit your application via the following link:
https://ropergulf.nt.gov.au/jobs/job-vacancies

Applications close: Sunday, 23 November 2025