Administration Officer - Cairns

ABOUT US

The North Queensland Land Council (NQLC) is the recognised Native Title Representative Body for its region, representing approximately 38,000 Aboriginal traditional owners and residents. NQLC’s region covers approximately 943,300 km2 of lands and waters and is appointed by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), to assist Aboriginal people with all aspects of their native title claims.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Administration Officer, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team ensuring the performance of the NQLC’s statutory functions as a Native Title Representative Body under the Native Title Act 1993, and to provide administrative support to legal officers and native title parties and holders and the NQLC as directed.

This position is in the NQLC’s Future Acts, Mining and Exploration (FAME) Unit, which is part of the Engagement and Development Support Team (EDST), alongside the PBC Support Unit. The Administration Officer position will report directly to the Senior Legal Officer-Coordinator, FAME Unit, and EDST Manager.

Applicants must have a minimum of 1-3 years administration experience and a strong background of Microsoft Office suite and budget preparation.

Applicants will also need to demonstrate a sensitivity and understanding of current Indigenous issues and aspirations and be able to effectively communicate with Indigenous Australians.

next steps

To submit your application, please click 'Apply Now' by 5:00pm on the closing date.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons are particularly encouraged to apply.

A Position Description including Selection Criteria for this position can be downloaded below.