• Location: Darwin
• Status: Full-time

Do you have a deep commitment to exploring and safeguarding Indigenous culture? The NLC is seeking a dedicated Anthropologist (Genealogy and Research Support) to contribute to preserving cultural heritage and recording connections to country across our regions.

About the Role:

As an Anthropologist, you will play a key role in creating and maintaining genealogical records, conducting targeted research, and documenting sacred sites and traditional ownership. Guided by senior anthropologists, you will update genealogical materials, prepare Land Information Releases, and collaborate closely with constituents to ensure cultural and historical accuracy. Your work will directly contribute to the NLC’s mission of protecting Indigenous rights under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1976 and the Native Title Act 1993.

What You Will Bring:

As the ideal candidate, you’ll bring a passion for Indigenous culture and a strong background in anthropology or related fields. Your skills in genealogical research, cultural documentation, and stakeholder collaboration will be key to your success in this role. Your excellent communication and problem-solving abilities will enable you to work effectively with diverse teams and engage respectfully with Aboriginal communities. With a dedication to work, you will play an important role in protecting land, culture, and Indigenous rights.

In addition to this, you will have: 

• Degree in Anthropology, or related discipline; or extensive equivalent experience in a similar industry or role.
• Preferable minimum two (2) years practical experience.
• A working knowledge of the ALRA, the NTA and other relevant Legislation that impacts the NLC, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge.
• Current 'C' class licence, capacity and willingness to travel, fly and work in regional and remote areas for extended periods.

For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.

What’s in it for you?

Joining the NLC means becoming part of a mission-driven organisation committed to preserving Indigenous culture and advancing Aboriginal rights. You’ll work with a passionate and skilled team in a role that offers:

• Opportunities to engage directly with Aboriginal communities.
• A chance to contribute to meaningful, impactful work on cultural preservation and land rights.
• Professional development and career growth in a supportive, inclusive environment.
• The reward of working in a role that makes a tangible difference in Indigenous empowerment and self-determination.

We offer:

• A base salary of $81,716 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:

• District allowance of up to $4,797 per annum for individuals with dependents and $2,630 without dependents.
• 5 weeks annual leave, leave 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

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 experiences you can bring to the position?

If you have any further queries, please contact Wendy Asche on 0437 746 879

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.

A position description is attached.