Aboriginal Rangers Program: Policy and Projects Officer

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is seeking applications for a Policy and Projects Officer in the Aboriginal Rangers Program.

This role assists in implementing the Western Australian Government’s $50 million Aboriginal Ranger Program (ARP) by working cooperatively with the ARP team, ARP reference group, government departments and the broader stakeholder network operating in the Aboriginal ranger sector to identify and support development of pilot projects and partnerships for the ARP Innovation Fund. This will include facilitating partnerships with government and the private sector which encourage ranger career opportunities, and support pathways towards business maturity.

As part of the ARP team, assists with funding contract development and oversight, and the development of processes and review of outcomes to improve the delivery of the ARP.

This is a 24 month full time position, based in Kensington.

For more information visit the Jobs WA website.

Applications close Wednesday 25 May.

Managing World Heritage: People Nature Culture

The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment is seeking expressions of interest from site coordinators, members of management teams and institutions, and heritage practitioners working with World Heritage properties to attend the international course on Managing World Heritage: People Nature Culture (PNC22).

 The candidate

The department is seeking applications from Indigenous Australians working at a cultural and/or natural World Heritage property to attend the course, held by the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) in the Republic of Korea from 1 to 12 August 2022.

 The opportunity

The International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) is seeking 20 participants from around the world to take part in the international course on Managing World Heritage: People Nature Culture (PNC22) in the Republic of Korea from 1 to 12 August 2022. ICCROM is one of the 3 technical advisory bodies to the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, with a focus on training.

 PNC22 promotes a ‘heritage place approach’ to heritage management focused on understanding how to conserve and enhance the multiple heritage values of heritage places in their wider social, environmental, and economic contexts.

How to apply

Send a 500-word statement of claims to AustraliaWorldHeritage@environment.gov.au outlining why you are the ideal candidate.  

Applications must be received by AustraliaWorldHeritage@environment.gov.au by 11.59pm Thursday 12 May 2022.

For more information on how to apply download the Expression of Interest pack or visit the ICCROM website.

Opportunities for First Nations young people

Two opportunities for First Nations young people are now open for applications.

Our Truth, Our Way IndigenousX Internship (ages 18-35)

The Our Truth, Our Way project is all about platforming the voices and truthtelling of First Nations young people to transform the future. The internship will span 12 months and provide a paid opportunity for young First Nations creatives to take the lead in innovative, creative and collaborative storytelling, to develop their work and critical thinking skills, build networks and collaborate with First Nations industry professionals.

Up to eight young First Nations creatives from across the country will have the opportunity to share their work across IndigenousX platforms and beyond

The program is run in partnership between Aboriginal independent media organisation IndigenousX and The Foundation for Young Australian’s (FYA) First Nations team, as part of FYA’s First Nations strategy. 

For more information contact the Our Truth, Our Way creative development managers, Rachael Hocking rachael@indigenousx.com.au and Aiesha Saunders aiesha@indigenousx.com.au.  

Applications close 16 May 2022
Internship begins July 2022

Collective Imagining (ages 16-25)

Over the next 24 months, the Foundation for Young Australians (FYA) will be backing 50 young dreamers to launch a new multi-issue youth movement. Their plan is to train and organise this group of 50 young people to engage 1,000 young people in creative processes of collectively imagining a different future. FYA will then back these young people with grants and coaching to run campaigns that bring the vision to life. 

The program has a focus on First Nations creatives, knowledge and values. Trainers include deadly Larrakia, Kungarakan, Gurindji poet and writer Laniyuk, Gomeroi journalist Madeline Hayman-Reber and Gamilaraay, Dunghutti and Gumbaynggirr hip hop artist Johnathan Binge. 

Folks with diverse lived experiences of systemic injustice are invited to apply: First Nations young people, migrants of colour and refugees, disabled, LGBTQIA+, young parents, young people who have been impacted by the justice system and working class young people. 

You can read more about the program and young people can apply to join here. See this information pack that includes promotional material if you are willing and able to share this opportunity with young mob you are connected with.

For more information contact Laura O’Connell Rapira, Executive Director of Movement Building, on 0424 832 368, laura.oc.rapira@fya.org.au  or book a chat with them here. 

Applications close Sunday 8 May 2022
In person gatherings held on 27-29 May and 19-21 August 2022

Australian Institute of Company Directors scholarships

The Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) is offering 200 fully funded scholarships as part of their Not-for-Profit Scholarship Program for 2022/23.

The Governance Foundations for Not-for-Profit Directors program provides participants with an understanding of fundamental compliance and performance related roles and responsibilities of directors, specifically in the areas of governance, risk, financial performance and strategy.

Click the link for more details.

Fortescue job opportunity information sundowners

Having begun its flights out of Busselton to and from the Eliwana, Solomon and Chichester mine sites, Fortescue are holding sundowner events next week in the South West to provide the community with information about the organisation and available job opportunities.

See the flyers below and RSVP to an event near you.

Busselton Youth and Community Activities Building, Tuesday 26 April, 5-7pm

Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre, Wednesday 27 April, 5-7pm

Margaret River HEART, Thursday 28 April, 5-7pm

Indigenous Customer Service Attendant

ISS is currently seeking enthusiastic and motivated Indigenous Customer Service Attendants to join their Aviation and Transport Team at Perth Airport on a Permanent Part Time or Casual basis.

The Position:

• Providing consistent high quality customer service

• Efficiently managing traffic flow of customers through to terminals

• Maintaining a professional and reliable service to the travelling public

• Previous experience in a hospitality, sales or customer facing role (preferred)

• Utilise your excellent verbal and written communication skills.

For more information and to apply online, visit their job advertisement.

Heritage Support Officer

The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage is seeking a full time Heritage Support Officer.

This role supports opportunities for the preservation of significant Aboriginal places, fostering positive outcomes for Aboriginal heritage and promoting regulatory compliance through administration of statutory functions.

Applications close Tuesday 12 April, 4.00pm.

For more information visit the Jobs WA Website.