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Key Information
* Position Type: Full-time, fixed term until 30 June 2028
* Location: Darwin
* Salary Range: $115,657 to $123,948 p.a. (Admin 7.1- Admin 7.4)
* Application Closing Date: 11 January 2026
About the Role:
Danila Dilba is seeking a Senior Policy Officer to support a collaboration of Darwin Aboriginal-controlled organisations that are committed to improving outcomes for Aboriginal families in line with Closing the Gap and the underlying premise that when Aboriginal people have a genuine say in policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. The collaboration will advocate for approaches that support the strengths and capacity of families in the region. While the collaborative is looking across issues important to strong families, children and young people, there is a particular focus on advocacy for policy and programs that aim to prevent family and domestic violence and to support families exposed to such violence. The work will contribute to all 4 Closing the Gap priority reform areas and advocate for those priority reforms in the context of its work on outcomes for families, children and young people.
The Senior Policy Officer will be critical in supporting the voice of the collaboration by undertaking research and analysis to make sure that voice is soundly based in evidence.
What You Need to Succeed
* Extensive experience in policy or advocacy, preferably in areas relevant to family strengthening in the Aboriginal context, such as family and domestic violence, family support, community services, health or legal issues.
* Demonstrated understanding of the social and well‑being issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and a commitment to Aboriginal self‑determination.
* Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to interpret policy, identify relevant best practice, synthesise complex information, and develop evidence‑based recommendations.
* Excellent written communication skills, with demonstrated experience preparing submissions, reports, and briefing materials for diverse audiences.
* Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with Aboriginal organisations and communities, government, and legal stakeholders.
* Capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
* Experience working in or with Aboriginal community‑controlled organisations.
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in public policy, social sciences or a related field.
Want to talk this job through some more? Give Manager Strategy and Policy- Joy McLaughlin a call on
Danila Dilba Health Service is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised we will conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.
To work with DDHS you must hold, or be willing to obtain, a current police check, a valid NT working with children's card, a current CPR certificate and full vaccination against COVID‑19, or an exemption as listed on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR).
Only those with full working rights will be considered for this position.
Employment with us is subject to:
* Willing to undergo a Police Check.
* Ability and willingness to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card).
* Current CPR certificate or the preparedness to gain one within 6 months of commencement.
* Fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 or an exemption as listed on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) be submitted.
* Full rights to work in Australia.
Danila Dilba offers employees:
* 6 weeks annual leave (pro‑rata)
* 5 days paid leave during end‑of‑year shut down (additional to annual leave) (pro‑rata)
* Career development and training opportunities
* Salary packaging up to $15,990 per annum, plus additional packaging options
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