* 3-Year Senior level contract opportunity based in Adelaide
* Indigenous Identified position - open to Indigenous applicants only
* Opportunities to work on rewarding and diverse projects
Are you ready to take on a leadership role that truly makes a difference?
We’re on the lookout for a General Manager to join our Adelaide team to lead and drive the outcomes of our Central Divisional Office. This is your chance to shape meaningful initiatives that deliver economic, environmental, social, and cultural empowerment for First Nations peoples.
If you’re motivated by purpose, passionate about creating real impact, and eager to bring vision to life, you’ll thrive in this role.
Who are we?
The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander 2005 Act (Cth) (‘the Act’) and subject to the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013. The ILSC assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to realise economic, social, cultural and environmental benefits that the ownership and management of land, water and water related rights can bring. The ILSC provides this assistance through the acquisition and management of rights and interests in land, salt water and fresh water country.
What is the role?
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the General Manager will lead, inspire, and empower a skilled and multifaceted team to deliver projects that contribute directly to the self-determination and wellbeing of First Nations communities. In this influential role, you will drive the delivery of the ILSC’s land acquisition and land management functions, ensuring programs are executed with purpose, impact, and alignment to our strategic priorities.
At the ILSC we offer:
More than just a job. We offer you the opportunity to make a real, positive difference to the lives of First Nations peoples. When we return land and water Country to Indigenous ownership, or fund a new Indigenous enterprise or management project, we strengthen and deepen Indigenous connection to Country and advance progress towards self-determination.
Generous leave entitlements and work conditions, including:
* 15.4% superannuation on top of your salary
* Flexible hybrid work environment (2 days WFH)
* Not-For-Profit salary packaging
* Paid leave over the Christmas and New Year’s period
* Access to generous parental leave
* Training and development opportunities
* Generous Studies Assistance program
Health and wellbeing programs:
* Healthy Employment Scheme (HES) – An annual allowance towards your wellbeing
* Screen Based Equipment Scheme – Includes eye testing and an allowance towards spectacles
* Free Skin Checks
If you have a passion to drive change and want your work to align with your values to make a real difference, we invite you to apply now and start the conversation.
IDENTIFIED VACANCY
The filing of this employment opportunity is intended to constitute a special measure under subsection 8 (1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
Applications are to include a current CV and covering letter (covering letter to be maximum 2 pages detailing how your skills and experience align with the position profile). Further information may be requested if you are selected for interview. You must be an Australian resident to apply for this role.
If you’d like to find out more, please contact Jennifer Hyde, Head of People, Capability & Inclusion on 08 8100 7166.
For the position profile and to apply please visit the ILSC Careers page at: Careers | ilsc
Applications close 6 March 2026.
At the ILSC we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we support.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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