About AMSANT
AMSANT is the peak body for Aboriginal community controlled health services in the Northern Territory and advocates for equity in health, focusing on supporting the provision of high quality comprehensive primary health care services for Aboriginal communities.
Why AMSANT?
Lead policy work that directly supports Aboriginal community control and health equity
Competitive salary with generous benefits including salary packaging, 6 weeks annual leave and professional development support
Strong organisational values, collaborative culture, and professional autonomy
Opportunity to influence reform across the Northern Territory
Flexible location across Darwin or Alice Springs
Benefits
* Salary packaging up to $15,899.94 pa.
* Employer superannuation contribution.
* Six weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
* Personal/carers leave up to 15 days per year.
* 10 days per year study leave can be negotiated.
* Professional development opportunities up to $3,000 per year.
* 10 days ceremonial leave.
* Access to a free employee assistance program.
* Ex gratia leave of three paid days during Christmas close down (excl. casuals).
Contract Duration: Ongoing, dependant on funding
Contract Type: Full-Time, 38 hours/week
Work hours: Monday-Friday 08:00am - 04:30pm
Location: Darwin or Alice Springs
Salary: $115, $129,140.92 pro-rata p.a plus superannuation
Applications close: COB Tuesday 3 February 2026
About The Role
Want to work at the intersection of disability policy, Aboriginal health, and system reform?
Role
AMSANT is seeking a Policy Officer to support our advocacy and policy work, with a focus on improving access and outcomes for Aboriginal people in the Northern Territory with disability or interacting with the NDIS. In this role, you will:
* Contribute to policy development, research and submissions on disability and NDIS reform
* Work closely with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services, governments and sector partners
* Translate evidence and community priorities into clear, practical policy advice
* Support sector engagement, consultation and funded project deliverables
This role suits someone with solid policy foundations who enjoys collaborative work, stakeholder engagement, and tackling complex policy challenges in real-world settings.
Responsibilities
* Contribute to AMSANT's policy, research and advocacy priorities, with a particular focus on disability and NDIS-related reform impacting Aboriginal communities.
* Deliver policy, research and engagement activities required under AMSANT's funding and contractual arrangements with NACCHO and the NDIA, including agreed reporting, consultation and sector support functions.
* Undertake policy analysis, research and sector consultation to inform submissions, briefings, position papers and advocacy materials.
* Support engagement with AMSANT members, governments and other stakeholders to strengthen coordinated policy and advocacy efforts.
* Represent AMSANT at meetings, consultations, forums and working groups as required, under the direction of the Policy, Research and Advocacy Manager.
* Assist with internal coordination, governance and other functions across PRA-led committees, forums and meetings.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of AMSANT's policy, research and advocacy systems, processes and ways of working.
* Other duties as agreed and directed.
Essential
SELECTION CRITERIA (QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES)
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in public policy, social sciences, health, disability studies or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
* Experience in disability, health or social policy, including the NDIS, or demonstrated capacity to develop expertise in complex policy and funding environments.
* Strong policy analysis and writing skills, with the ability to produce clear, high-quality briefs, submissions and advice for a range of audiences.
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships with Aboriginal organisations, community-controlled sectors, governments and other stakeholders.
* Understanding of Aboriginal community-controlled organisations and the broader policy, funding and governance environments in which they operate.
* Awareness of the social and structural determinants impacting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage respectfully with Aboriginal people and communities.
* Sound organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet contractual and organisational deliverables.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaborative IT systems.
* Willingness and ability to travel, including to remote locations.
* Knowledge of disability service systems, the NDIS, or related reform agendas.
* Experience contributing to funded projects or contracts with government or peak bodies.
* Knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories, and contemporary policy issues.
Desirable
* Experience working in or with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.
* Experience in management consulting, strategy, or system reform roles.
How To Apply
Your application should consist of a resume and cover letter addressing the above selection criteria. Please address your cover letter to the Hiring Manager detailing why you wish to work at AMSANT, and the attributes, skills and experience you would bring to the role.
If you have any queries or would like any additional information about this role, please contact the HR team