APO NT is committed to delivering the Priority Reforms under The Closing the Gap National Agreement, including formal and shared decision making between Aboriginal people and governments and expanding opportunities for Aboriginal community control and self-determination.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential:

1. An in-depth knowledge and understanding of the political, social, cultural, and economic circumstances facing Aboriginal people and communities across the Northern Territory and nationally.
2. Relevant experience and expertise in the Aboriginal Community Controlled sector and working in Aboriginal affairs.
3. Demonstrated high level interpersonal and written communication skills, including maintaining linkages across a diverse network of Aboriginal people and organisations, Government agencies, Non-Government Organisations and with elected officials. Experience in cross-cultural situations. Able to apply problem solving skills and techniques in complex and at times sensitive situations.
4. Experience in managing and supervising a dynamic team and resolve operational, policy or project issues in situations of change. Ability to work constructively to achieve the strategic priorities of APO NT and empower a team to deliver on a set of key tasks and achieve positive outcomes.
5. Brings adaptability and flexibility to the work environment. An ability to manage competing and pressing priorities.
6. High level experience in research policy analysis and development.
7. Ability to travel to and work from remote locations.
8. Current Driver’s licence.
9. Satisfactory Criminal History Check and no history of disqualification from employment by a legal practice.
10. A current Ochre Card or the ability to gain.

Desirable:

1. Tertiary qualifications in the social sciences, political science, law or economics, or similar relevant work experience.

A position description is attached.