• Are you a community leader wanting to make a difference in the lives of remote Aboriginal people?
• Join an Aboriginal Council representing the interests of around 2000 people in the Central Desert region of WA!
• Attractive base salary plus amazing benefits, including a $4,333 annual remote allowance, Salary packaging and more!

About Ngaanyatjarra Council

Ngaanyatjarra Council Aboriginal Corporation (NCAC) was incorporated in 1981 with the aim of supporting the development of all Ngaanyatjarra people. At the core of this work was assisting the Ngaanyatjarra Communities to be strong and sustainable with reliable essential services, air transport, bookkeeping, agency and road transport, fuel distribution, health services, community services and improved housing.

The Ngaanyatjarra Council represents the interests of around 2000 Ngaanyatjarra, Pintupi and Pitjantjatjara people living in 12 communities in the Central Desert region of Western Australia.

Today, Ngaanyatjarra Council is one of the largest Indigenous Corporations in Australia and has grown to be the major representative body for the Ngaanyatjarra people.

About the Benefits

Ngaanyatjarra Council currently has multiple exciting opportunities for a Community Development Advisor (CDA) and Administration Manager to join our team and have a real impact on the lives of remote Aboriginal people. 

You will join a friendly and dynamic organisation with ongoing support and training. We will also provide you with free, fully furnished accommodation, utilities and WIFI.

This role comes with a generous salary in line with the size of the community you work within. Ngaanyatjarra Council is also offering the successful candidates a host of outstanding benefits to help them enjoy life in the local community, including:

• Attractive remuneration package inclusive of the following;
• Annual remote allowance of $4,333
• Salary Packaging available
• 8 weeks leave per annum
• 17.5% leave loading on 4 weeks annual leave
• An annual airfare allowance of $2,353
• 3 additional airfares 
• Fully furnished accommodation, including utilities and WIFI
• Vehicle for work use
• Relocation travel was arranged, and reasonable costs covered
• Onsite support/training

About the Opportunities

Community Development Advisor

As our Community Development Advisor, you will provide advice and guidance on all matters related to the administration of the community, ensuring the aspirations of the community are effectively achieved.

Your key responsibilities will fall in the following areas:

• Administrative Tasks
• General Management
• Community Operations and Development
• Community Safety
• Stakeholder Engagement

To view the full position description, click here.

Administration Manager

As our Administration Manager, you will manage the community office and supervise Indigenous Community members to ensure the delivery of effective administration and clerical services to the Community. 

You will also coordinate all administrative functions of the community office and provide supervision and training for office-based Indigenous workers.

Your key responsibilities will fall in the following areas:

• CDA Support
• Administrative Tasks
• Financial Tasks

To view the full position description, click here.

About You

Ngaanyatjarra Council is open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, provided you have demonstrable leadership experience in the community sector and have lived and worked in a remote Aboriginal/Indigenous location previously.

Moreover, as you will be tasked with overseeing the functioning of an entire Aboriginal community, your strong commitment to the principles of Aboriginal self-determination and respect for Aboriginal culture must be of paramount importance. 

You will also bring:

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including the ability to provide accurate, timely and appropriate services to clients.
• Well-developed work management, time management and organisational skills, including the ability to effectively assign and manage workloads and identify resource needs.
• High level of judgement and decision-making skills, including the ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts in a sensitive and appropriate manner.
• High level of oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate information coherently and concisely in a cross-cultural environment; and
• A current unrestricted manual driver’s licence.

Ideally, Ngaanyatjarra Council is looking for candidates who are patient with high-level time management and administrative skills, have a well-rounded understanding of financial management, are capable of leading and developing others, and are willing to work extended hours to cater for community needs and requirements.

Please note: If successful, you will be required to complete a Pre-Employment Medical, including Drug Test and a Police Clearance.

Enjoy real job satisfaction as you see your leadership's impact on the community - Apply Now!