Are you passionate about working with Aboriginal communities, sustainable fisheries, and Sea Country management?

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries is seeking a motivated Sea Country Partnerships Officer to support Aboriginal engagement, capacity building and partnership initiatives across the Northern Territory. This role works closely with Aboriginal Ranger groups, Traditional Owners, industry and government stakeholders to deliver fisheries education, research, monitoring, compliance and Sea Country management activities.

Key responsibilities

• Engage and work collaboratively with Aboriginal communities and Ranger groups.
• Deliver training, extension and capacity-building activities.
• Coordinate fee-for-service contracts and projects involving Aboriginal Rangers.
• Support stakeholder engagement and communication initiatives.
• Prepare reports, correspondence and project documentation.
• Develop partnerships that support Fisheries priorities and Sea Country outcomes.

About you

You will have:

• Experience working with Aboriginal communities and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Experience delivering projects, programs or contracts.
• Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate technical or regulatory information clearly.
• Strong administrative and information management skills.

What we offer

• Meaningful work supporting Aboriginal participation in fisheries and Sea Country management.
• Opportunities to work across remote coastal and marine environments.
• Professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Location

This position is based in Darwin, Northern Territory, with regular travel to remote Aboriginal communities across the NT coastline, including travel by four-wheel drive, light aircraft and vessel.

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A copy of the Job Description is attached below (Jobs - Sea Country Partnerships Officer) or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit jobs.nt.gov.au.