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Community Development Adviser


Company : Aboriginal Investment NT


Location : Darwin, City of Darwin


Created : 2025-07-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Come and join a progressive organisation that is committed to encouraging self-management and economic self-sufficiency as key elements of Aboriginal self-determination.Based in either Darwin or Alice Springs, this role reports to the Manager of Collective Impact and is a key member of the Collective Impact team. The Community Development Adviser plays a critical role in delivering Aboriginal Investment NTs collective impact program. This position is responsible for working in partnership with identified Aboriginal communities to design and deliver a Collective Impact Initiative Plan.Strong communication and collaboration skills and a deep understanding of Aboriginal cultural and governance contexts are required.If you have excellent consultation and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to facilitate inclusive and collaborative processes, as well as a strong commitment to empowering Aboriginal communities, wed love to hear from you!Position Description for the above role is available below or on our website:www.aboriginalinvestment.org.au/careersAbout Aboriginal Investment NTAboriginal Investment NT is a corporate Commonwealth entity, established under theAboriginal Land Rights Act (Northern Territory) 1976, and was designed in partnership withAboriginal Territorians. Our purpose is to work with Aboriginal Territorians to achieveeconomic, social and cultural impact through innovative approaches to investments,beneficial payments and other financial assistance. To support this, we have initial grantfunding of $180 million and an investment corpus of $500 million. Our Aboriginal-controlledboard share a vision of self-determination, with Aboriginal Territorians at the centre ofAboriginal Investment NTs work.Purpose of the PositionWorking as a member of the Collective Impact team, the Community Development Adviserplays a critical role in delivering Aboriginal Investment NTs collective impact program. Thisposition is responsible for working in partnership with identified Aboriginal communities todesign and deliver a Collective Impact Initiative Plan.This role requires strong communication and collaboration skills and a deep understandingof Aboriginal cultural and governance contexts.DutiesThe following accountabilities are not exhaustive and may include others as directed by theCollective Impact Managers.Work in partnership with communities to develop Collective Impact Initiative Plans, which bring together community priorities, high-level project plans, potential funding sources, responsibilities of key partners, and governance arrangements.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships and networks with Traditional Owners, community members and key stakeholders.Facilitate inclusive community-led planning and project design processes that tackle the root causes of challenges being experienced by a community.Find and share relevant opportunities that align with community needs and aspirations.Work in partnership with communities to deliver Collective Impact Initiative Plans. This involves preparing detailed project plans and grant funding applications, brokering partnership arrangements, and providing project management, capability development, impact monitoring and evaluation, and other activities as agreed by a community.Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Collective Impact Program.Key Selection CriteriaEssential:Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal communities in the NT on planning, capacity building or governance, with a deep understanding of cultural protocols.Demonstrated ability to facilitate inclusive and collaborative processes with Aboriginal community members to agree on priorities and design projects or initiatives.Strong communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with experience liaising and coordinating diverse stakeholders, including community groups, government and service providers, to build eective partnerships.Demonstrated ability to develop, manage and deliver multiple, large-scale projects, preferably in remote communities.Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and respond proactively to evolving priorities and opportunities.Excellent conceptual, analytical and writing skills, with proven ability to prepare high-quality project documentation and competency in Microsoft Oce Suite and other relevant software programs.Desirable:Specialist knowledge of community development approaches, principles and frameworks.Organisation Expectations:Contribute to the ecient and eective functioning of their team or work unit to meet organisation objectives. This includes demonstrating appropriate and professional workplace behaviours in accordance with the Code of Conduct, assisting team members if required and undertaking other key responsibilities or activities as directed by ones supervisors.Demonstrate and promote the organisation''s Values, ensuring all workplace behaviour is appropriate in all workplace settings, proactively calling out inappropriate behaviour.Read, understand and comply with all organisation policies and procedures.Undertake risk management and actively support and participate in the risk management processes adopted by the organisation, which include identifying, analysing and evaluating risk that may impact the organisation.Work at and travel between other organisations'' office/s or to other locations from time to time as may be required during the course of employment.Complete all mandatory training as required by the organisation.Demonstrate understanding of the principles of anti-discrimination, sta equity, work health and safety and other relevant legislation, and show the willingness and capacity to implement equal employment opportunity and work health and safety plans, policies and programsWork Health & Safety:Ensure all activities comply with WHS legislation and organisation policy & procedure.Implement & monitor risk management activities including, but not limited to, workplace inspections, incident/hazard investigation and follow-up, and support in implementation of risk controls.Analysis of WHS training requirements for staff, including the provision of training and monitoring of training to ensure completion and currency.Salary: $100,000 - $120,000To apply, please provide the following via emailto recruitment@aboriginalinvestment.org.au 5pm Thursday, 24 July 2025Cover letter, maximum 2 pages, that addresses the Essential and Desirable Selection Criteria outlined in the position descriptionResume, maximum 3 pages, that outlines your relevant skills and experienceDetails of two refereesOnly applicants having Australian residency and full-time work permit are suggested to apply. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr