Aboriginal Engagement & Partnerships Lead

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions; Shire Of Narrogin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Annual leave + loading

Study leave for development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions in Narrogin is seeking an Aboriginal Engagement Coordinator to lead relationships with Regional Aboriginal Corporations. You will drive joint management, cooperative agreements, and policy alignment for the conservation estate under ILUA, promoting Noongar heritage and opportunities.

The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to build enduring partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, reporting to the

Qualifications

• Experience working with traditional owners to deliver land and cultural heritage management through joint management or collaborations.
• Proven project management experience and ability to research/apply knowledge to protect traditional owner heritage.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; proven ability to build strategic partnerships with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic and regional leadership for the interface between the department and Regional Aboriginal Corporations (RACs).
• Ensures effective relationships are developed so Cooperative Management Committees and Agreements are established/implemented per ILUA.
• Oversees Aboriginal engagement in advising high level policy for management of conservation estate within the ILUA area.

Skills

Cultural engagement

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions in Narrogin is seeking an Aboriginal Engagement Coordinator to lead relationships with Regional Aboriginal Corporations. You will drive joint management, cooperative agreements, and policy alignment for the conservation estate under ILUA, promoting Noongar heritage and opportunities.

The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to build enduring partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, reporting to the