Senior Associate, Indigenous Outcomes

Location: Darwin, NT
Work Type: Full-time, ongoing
Salary: Competitive + generous leave + relocation support
Identified Role: Only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants

Shine People Solutions is an Aboriginal-owned and operated business. We assist companies to expand their Indigenous workforce and recruit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across all levels of business.

This is an Indigenous Identified role and is only open to applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

About the Organisation

Our client, the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF), is a Federal Government development financier with a $7 billion mandate to support infrastructure projects that drive economic growth and employment across Northern Australia. NAIF is deeply committed to embedding Indigenous voices in its work. Through its Indigenous Engagement Strategy (IES), NAIF ensures that funded projects deliver meaningful outcomes for First Nations communities.

About the Role

As Senior Associate, Indigenous Outcomes, you’ll be part of a passionate team working to strengthen Indigenous engagement across NAIF-funded projects. You’ll support project proponents to develop and deliver Indigenous Engagement Strategies, build relationships with Traditional Owners and Indigenous organisations, and contribute to shaping practices and policies that centre Indigenous voices and deliver real, lasting outcomes for community.

This is a unique opportunity to influence infrastructure investment in a way that respects culture, supports self-determination, and helps drive meaningful social and economic outcomes for Indigenous communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support proponents in developing and reporting on Indigenous Engagement Strategies
• Conduct research and analysis to inform NAIF investment decisions
• Build relationships with Indigenous communities, Traditional Owners, and stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement of NAIF’s Indigenous engagement processes
• Assist with communications, case studies, and stakeholder engagement activities
• Provide guidance on Indigenous affairs to NAIF leadership.
• Contribute to strategic partnerships with Indigenous organisations and government stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from candidates who bring:

• Experience working with Indigenous communities in economic or social development
• Strong understanding of Indigenous culture, protocols, and engagement practices
• Excellent communication, research, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-impact environment
• Willingness to travel and engage with communities across Northern Australia
• Experience working in government or infrastructure sectors is a bonus, but not essential.

This role goes beyond policy or engagement, it's a unique opportunity to help shape how large scale public investments deliver for First Nations communities. You’ll join a team that values Indigenous leadership, cultural integrity, and long-term community impact.

Ready to apply or want to learn more?
Reach out to Broni Crear at [email protected] or 0426 539 217 for a yarn