Program Administration & Finance Officer - Safe on Country Fund - Alice Springs

About Desert Knowledge Australia

Desert Knowledge Australia (DKA) is a statutory corporation of the Northern Territory established under the Desert Knowledge Australia Act 2003 (NT). Our purpose is to encourage and facilitate learning, research and sustainable economic and social development relating to deserts and arid lands. DKA is governed by a First Nations–majority board appointed by the NT Government for their knowledge of and deep connection to desert Australia. DKA is based at the Desert Knowledge Precinct on Arrernte country, 9kms south of the centre of Mparntwe/Alice Springs. Find out more about DKA at www.dka.com.au

About the Safe on Country Fund

DKA is administering the Australian Government's Strengthening Families and Communities – Safe on Country Fund in Central Australia: a flexible funding model operating to 30 June 2028 that will on-fund community-led projects to reduce family and domestic violence, strengthen families, and improve safety and wellbeing on Country. Click here to learn more about the Safe on Country Fund media release.

About the role

The Administration and Finance Officer is responsible for the operational, governance and financial management systems of the Safe on Country Fund. Working closely with the Program Manager and Grants Manager, the role leads budget monitoring, financial administration, governance processes, compliance systems, reporting coordination and business operations that support effective delivery of the Fund. The position exercises a high degree of autonomy and judgement in managing program systems, identifying operational risks and contributing to continuous improvement across the Fund.

• Employment Type: Full-time, fixed term to 30 June 2028 (subject to funding)
• Salary: AO6, $99,519 to $110,953 plus superannuation

For further information about this role including the position description and selection criteria, visit our website.

How to apply

To submit your application, please click ‘Apply Now’ by the closing date. You will be redirected to our online application form

Applications must be submitted via our online application form at the link below by the closing date.

A position description is attached.