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Aboriginal Investment NT puts Aboriginal money in Aboriginal hands. We have a bold, Aboriginal-led plan for growing the resources and power of Aboriginal people living in the NT through innovative approaches to grants and investment. Our ambitious approach is grounded in Aboriginal self-determination, nation-building, Country and culture.

At the heart of our corporation are our people, our communities and our relationships. If you share our values and are committed to delivering positive impacts for Aboriginal people living in the NT, we want to hear from you.

We aim to build a diverse workforce that reflects the Aboriginal communities we serve, and prioritise recruitment of Aboriginal candidates.

Strategic Policy Lead

We have an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Policy Lead to join our team!

This role will assist to shape and guide Aboriginal Investment NT’s policy agenda to promote and ultimately achieve its strategic objectives and legislative mandate.

Based in Darwin and reporting to the General Manager - Strategy, you will be responsible for developing clear, evidence-based and solution-focused policy strategies and frameworks for the purpose of supporting sustainable, community-led development opportunities for Aboriginal communities and businesses in the NT.

The Strategic Policy Lead will manage strategic engagement with key external stakeholders to influence the broader policy landscape and promote Aboriginal self-determination in the NT. The role will also draft and coordinate key organisational reports, including annual reports and corporate plans, and lead preparation for Senate Estimates hearings.

 If you have excellent analytical, research and communications skills and amazing stakeholder engagement experience - and a strong commitment to empowering Aboriginal communities—we’d love to hear from you!

For more information, see job description here. Only applicants with Australian residency or a full-time work permit are suggested to apply.

Salary range: $135,000 - $145,000.

To apply, provide the following via email to recruitment@aboriginalinvestment.org.au by 5pm Thursday,12 June 2025.

• Cover letter, maximum 2 pages, that addresses the Essential and Desirable selection criteria outlined in the position description
• Resume, maximum 3 pages, that outlines your relevant skills and experience
• Details of two referees