About NSWALC
The New South Wales Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) is the peak body representing Aboriginal Land Councils in NSW. Established under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983, NSWALC works to protect and promote the rights and interests of Aboriginal people by returning culturally significant land, fostering economic independence, and advocating on issues that matter to our communities. Learn more at
The Opportunity
The Executive Director, Community
provides strategic leadership for the design, coordination and delivery of high-quality supports to LALCs across NSW. The role leads a multi-disciplinary stream focused on strengthening governance, building capability, enabling community priorities and supporting long-term outcomes for the Land Rights Network.
The role ensures these supports are delivered cohesively and efficiently, through modernised service approaches, improved service experience and collaborative ways of working that enhance outcomes for LALCs.
The role provides high-level advice to the CEO, Councillors and the Leadership Team on emerging issues, risks and opportunities affecting LALCs and their communities.
The Executive Director COMMUNITY is also responsible for developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders, including State and Commonwealth Governments and other relevant non-government agencies, representing NSWALC in a variety of settings, including public forums, committees and meetings.
About the role
* Lead community-facing services and supports that strengthen LALC governance, capacity and community outcomes.
* Support LALCs to understand and meet their statutory obligations under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983 through clear guidance and practical assistance.
* Develop streamlined and modernised processes that reduce administrative burden for LALCs and improve service efficiency.
* Lead a high-performing multi-disciplinary workforce across the Community Stream, ensuring clear role accountability, effective planning, and quality delivery.
* Build and maintain strong partnerships with government, private sector and community organisations to enhance service reach and impact.
* Provide strategic advice to the CEO, Councillors and Leadership Team on matters impacting LALCs and community outcomes.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will have:
* Aboriginality – this is an identified position under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
* Relevant tertiary qualifications (or relevant equivalent experience) with extensive senior leadership experience within a complex not for profit, community or service delivery organisation
* Demonstrated ability to engage respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal peoples and organisations with a commitment to self-determination and culturally informed practice.
* Strong operational management capability including planning, risk management and resource allocation that enable you to use your highly developed financial and resource management skills.
Why Join Us?
* Make a meaningful impact by supporting tailored and targeted supports for LALCs to realise their local strategic plans, goals and aspirations.
* Work in a collaborative environment committed to sustainability and cultural respect.
How to Apply
Submit your application by clicking on the apply now button and submitting your resume and cover letter of no more than 2 pages telling us about your interest in the role and what you can offer the team and the organisation by Friday 9 January 2026. For further information and a copy of the role description please contact