Regional Learning Partner - Darwin

• Location: Darwin
• Status: Initial 12-month contract, with extension subject to organisational requirements

Help Shape Learning, Capability and Career Pathways Across the Top End

If you're passionate about helping people learn, develop and succeed, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact.

The Northern Land Council is seeking an experienced Regional Learning Partner to support workforce capability across the Darwin Daily Wagait region. In this role, you'll work closely with leaders, employees and ranger teams to deliver learning initiatives, support employment and career pathways, and strengthen organisational capability. Working across diverse regional environments, you'll help create learning experiences that are practical, culturally responsive and aligned with operational needs, ensuring employees have the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive.     

About the Role

As the Regional Learning Partner, you'll be the local link between organisational learning strategies and regional workforce needs. Working closely with managers and teams, you'll identify capability gaps, coordinate learning solutions and ensure employees have access to development opportunities that are practical, relevant and culturally appropriate.

You'll also play a key role in supporting ranger capability programs, employment pathways and workplace learning initiatives, helping to build a skilled and sustainable workforce for the future. Whether you're facilitating learning, partnering with leaders or working with external providers, your focus will be on creating meaningful development opportunities that deliver real outcomes.

What you will Bring

You are someone who enjoys working with people and building capability. You understand that learning isn't just about training courses, it's about creating opportunities for growth, development and success. You have experience partnering with leaders, understanding workforce needs and delivering practical learning solutions that make a genuine impact.

In addition to this, you will have: 

• Relevant qualification (Cert IV/ Diploma) in learning and development, training, human resources or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.  
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in learning, workforce development or capability building roles, delivering measurable outcomes in a complex organisational setting.
• Experience planning and facilitating learning programs using a range of contemporary learning approaches.  
• A current C Class Driver's Licence and willingness to travel remotely, including by manual 4WD vehicle and light aircraft.                 

For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.

What’s in it for you?

At the NLC, you'll be part of an organisation that supports Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities across the Top End. You'll have the opportunity to influence workforce capability, contribute to meaningful employment outcomes and work with passionate colleagues who are committed to making a difference. In return, you’ll enjoy a supportive workplace, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact across the Northern Territory.              

We offer:

• A base salary of $86,257 per annum plus 15% superannuation paid on Base and District Allowance.
• Salary sacrificing up to $15,900 + Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefit up to $2,650 per year. 
• Other benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:
  • District allowance of up to $4,884 (DA2) per annum for individuals with dependents and $2,678 (DA1) without dependents.         
  • Generous leave provisions 5 weeks annual leave, 18 days personal leave;
  • Paid Christmas close down;
  • Upon completion of 12 months of service an Annual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $3,177;

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should send a copy of their CV along with a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what relevant skills and expertise you will bring to this role.

The Northern Land Council is committed to increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment. This position is a prioritised position and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants who meet the selection requirements will be given priority consideration in accordance with the NLC's Special Measures provisions and Section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975.

If you have any further queries, please contact Kelly Gordon on 0497582112

Applications Close: Friday, 18th September 2026

About the NLC

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is an independent statutory authority of the Commonwealth. The NLC is established under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act (NT) 1976 and its purpose is to serve its constituents who are Traditional Owners (TOs) and other Aboriginal people living in their region.  Cultural knowledge and lived experience are central to the work that we do here at NLC.  We are committed to enhancing Aboriginal peoples social, political and economic participation by supporting their aspirations and amplifying their voices on a range of issues impacting on their lands, seas, culture and communities.