Assessment and Liaison Officer

Agency Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority Work unit Policy and Governance

Job title Assessment and Liaison Officer Designation Professional 3

Job type Full time Duration Fixed for 12 months

Salary $114,199 - $127,898 Location Darwin

Position number 32260011 RTF 350802 Closing 05/07/2026

Contact Ros Harrison, Client Services Manager on 08 8999 4362 or ***email_hidden***

About the agency http://www.aapant.org.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=350802

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans.

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates

people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or

job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go

to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go

to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

Manage client relationships and provide strategic advice in relation to the potential impact of projects and developments on

Aboriginal sacred sites in the Northern Territory.

Context Statement

The Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority is an independent statutory Authority established by the Northern Territory Aboriginal

Sacred Sites Act (NTASSA), designed to effect a practical balance between the recognised need to preserve and enhance Aboriginal

cultural tradition in relation to certain land in the Territory and the aspirations of Aboriginal and all other peoples of the Territory

for their economic, cultural and social advancement by providing advice on the protection of sacred sites in the context of

development.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Provide high quality analysis and strategic advice in relation to the potential impact of projects and developments on

Aboriginal sacred sites.

2. Undertake research, analysis and provide advice in relation to environmental management plans, environmental impact

assessments and other regulatory frameworks relevant to the work of the Authority.

3. Develop and maintain a high level of knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks, practices and procedures.

4. Manage client relationships in allocated portfolios.

5. Prepare and present submissions, reports and other correspondence.

6. Engage with a wide range of stakeholders including Aboriginal Land Councils, government agencies, landowners, proponents

in the agricultural, mining, oil and gas sectors, and developers of public and private infrastructure.

7. Organise work so as to manage priorities effectively and meet deadlines.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Law, Anthropology or other relevant discipline.

2. Proven experience in undertaking critical assessments of complex environmental, legal or technical reports.

3. Well-developed conceptual, analytical and collaborative skills evaluate issues and make recommendations

4. High-level oral and written communication skills and the ability to formulate reports for various audiences

5. Substantial experience in negotiating effectively and communicating in a professional manner.

6. Proven experience in managing projects and workload in order to meet requirements and deadlines, to cope with pressure

and to work as part of a team.

7. An ability to develop partnerships and collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Desirable

1. A sound knowledge of the Northern Territory Aboriginal Sacred Sites Act1989 and other NT land and cultural heritage protection

legislation.

2. Prior experience working in an environmental or Aboriginal land based legal context such as Northern Territory cultural

heritage, land rights or native title.

3. Possession of a driver’s licence and the ability to drive a manual vehicle.

Further information

The preferred or recommended applicant with be required to undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history check will not

exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position.