- Location: Darwin
- Status: Full-time
Looking for a role where your organisational skills and attention to detail can truly make a difference? NLC is currently seeking a proactive and highly organised Executive Assistant to support our Manager, Anthropology and Senior Anthropology Team.
About the Role
As the Executive Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Anthropology Service Area. You’ll be the key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing communications, coordinating workflows, and supporting governance and HR processes. From calendar management and travel coordination to recruitment support and training logistics, your ability to juggle priorities and maintain confidentiality will be essential.
What you will Bring
You’ll bring strong administrative experience, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities with confidence and discretion. Your attention to detail, proactive approach, and clear communication will support the smooth operation of the Anthropology team. Your ability to work independently, build strong relationships, and support a high-performing team will make you a valued member of the NLC.
In addition to this, you will have: -
- Advanced diploma of business or relevant equivalent qualifications and/or equivalent relevant experience.
- Minimum of three (3) years practical experience as an Executive Assistant, Senior Administration Officer or similar role.
- Sound written communication skills including submissions, business communication and reporting
For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.
What’s in it for you?
At NLC, you’ll be part of a team that values respect, collaboration, and purpose. This role offers the chance to work closely with senior leaders, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow your career in a supportive and culturally aware environment.
We offer:
- A base salary of $83,099 per annum plus 15% 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:
- District allowance of up to $4,797 per annum for individuals with dependents and $2,630 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 $3,177
Interested applicants should send a copy of their CV along with a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what relevant skills and expertise you will bring to this role?
If you have any further queries please contact Wendy Asche on 0483 361 624
Applications Close: Wednesday 6th August 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.
