Coordinator, Aboriginal Ranger Program

A FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION (UNTIL 30 JUNE 2025), BASED IN KENSINGTON

APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 19 OCTOBER 2022

PSCA, Level 6, $103,966 - $114,590 p.a. plus 10.5% Superannuation. Aboriginality is preferred for this position (refer Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), as amended).

Job Description

Under limited guidance, this position is responsible for implementing the Western Australian Government’s Aboriginal Ranger Program (ARP) by:

• Leading the ARP Team to achieve project objectives within designated timeframes.

• Facilitating partnerships with government, Aboriginal groups, and other interest groupsto develop projects and partnerships to provide meaningful Aboriginal ranger opportunities and fulfill traditional owner cultural heritage management aspirations.

• Overseeing the development, monitoring, and reporting of ARP funding contracts to ensure they meet government financial and procurement requirements.

• Developing and reviewing policies, strategies, and procedures that support the delivery of the ARP and provide mechanisms to improve the program.

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please download a pdf of the Job Description.

For more job-related information: Please contact Mr Luke Bentley on (08) 92199941, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit www.dbca.wa.gov.au.

Northern Land Council: Monitoring and Evaluation Project Officer

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is looking for a committed and skilled individual with qualifications and/or equivalent experience in social science, social research, community development or project management.

The NLC was established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act in 1976, to assist Aboriginal people in the Top End of the Northern Territory to acquire and manage their traditional lands, waters and seas.

The role

The Community Planning and Development (CP&D) program supports Aboriginal groups to negotiate, plan, fund and undertake their own development projects using an empowerment-based model.

The CP&D Monitoring and Evaluation Officer is responsible for monitoring, evaluating and providing guidance to continually improve the CP&D Program. They will work with groups to support negotiations, develop strategic plans and use income from land use agreements to achieve lasting social, cultural and economic benefits, and will be responsible for monitoring, evaluating and providing guidance to continually improve the CP&D Program.

How to apply

A full Position Description may be obtained by clicking on this vacancy on the NLC website https://jobs.nlc.org.au/ .

All applications are to be received through the jobs website – this will ensure that you are submitting a full application for this position. The NLC website also provides information about the recruitment process. If you are having any problems submitting your application please contact the NLC on 08 8920 5140.

Applications must address all essential skills and experience set out in the Position Description.

Contact Officer: Sarah Rennie 0477 880 282.

Applications Close: Sunday, 16 October.

State Library of WA: Manager Aboriginal Engagement (50D)

State Library of WA: Manager Aboriginal Engagement (50D).

The Role:

We are seeking a thought leader to fill the position of Manager Aboriginal Engagement.  This is a new position for the State Library and will play a pivotal role in ensuring library services, spaces, collections and programs are community-informed, culturally safe, well-utilised and highly valued by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

This role provides high-level advice, guidance and thought leadership to the Chief Executive Officer and the Executive team on current matters and trends in relation to reconciliation initiatives and relationships with Aboriginal communities, cultural protocols, and strategic priorities.

Our ideal applicant will have sound knowledge of Aboriginal history and culture and an understanding of the issues and barriers to access for Aboriginal people in relation to the State Library. An ability to work and partner effectively with Aboriginal people and communities, and to lead and motivate library staff will be highly regarded.

The Department recognises Aboriginality as a genuine qualification for the Manager Aboriginal Engagement position under 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. To apply you must identify and be recognised within your community as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.

For further job-related information, please see the full advert linked above and attached JDF, or contactCEO and State Librarian, Catherine Clark on (08) 9427 3328.

Agency: State Library of Western Australia - www.slwa.wa.gov.au

Level: Level 7, $120,725 - $129,033 pa, Public Sector CSA Agreement 2021

Conditions: This is a Permanent, Full-Time (75hrs per fortnight) position.

Location: Perth Cultural Centre

Closing Date: Monday, 24 October 2022 at 4.00pm (AWST)

To apply, please click here to be directed to government jobs website.

DPIRD Senior Project Officer for the South West Region

Senior Project Officer

Level 6 | Full time – Permanent

• Work closely with Noongar people and Corporations in the South West Region to deliver on Noongar land and economic development aspirations and outcomes

• Immerse yourself in delivering Noongar economic development outcomes with a specific focus on sustainable land and sea opportunities such as carbon farming, bushfoods and regenerative agriculture

• Work with Noongar people and across government to develop and implement initiatives under the Noongar Economic Participation Framework and support the economic and cultural activation of the Noongar Land Estate.

• Be involved in delivering and reporting on Commitments under the National Closing the Gap initiative

What will your typical day look like?

This is an exciting opportunity to work with DPIRD’s dynamic and state-wide Aboriginal Economic Development team. You will work closely with the six Noongar Regional Corporations, the South West Aboriginal Land and Sea Council (SWALSC) and across government to support the development and implementation of Noongar land and economic initiatives. The Senior Project officer will work with Noongar people and key stakeholders to promote and support land and sea enterprises in emerging industries such as carbon farming, bush foods and regenerative agriculture.  Days will be varied and engaging involving travel across regional Western Australia to engage with stakeholders and implement activities. Work will include creating and maintaining strong stakeholder relations with Aboriginal, government and industry organisations, developing and managing projects, reporting on obligations and contributing to State and Federal policy frameworks. 

We currently have a permanent full-time position available for immediate filling with the vacancy location open for flexibility and consideration. The locations available for this vacancy include Perth Metropolitan Area, Peel Region, South West Region, Great Southern Region and Wheatbelt Region.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

You will have demonstrated knowledge and experience working closely with Aboriginal people and be experienced in project, financial and contract management. You will have strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to provide strategic advice, deliver project reporting and prepare high level correspondence such as Ministerial Briefing Notes. Ideally, you will have knowledge in land management and associated State and Federal land programs.

Need further information?

To have a confidential discussion, contact Daisy Goodwin Project Manager Native Title via email daisy.goodwin@dpird.wa.gov.au or on 0459 867 908 (during business hours).

CLOSING DATE: Monday 7 November 2022 at 4:00 PM WST.

For more details including essential criteria, please see the attached JDF at the link.

RUAH employment opportunities

Ruah, a WA community service provider, currently has a number of employment positions available.

Ruah delivers tailored, wrap-around support for people experiencing homelessness, family and domestic violence, mental health issues and people needing legal advice and support.

Indigenous data and evaluation project officer

The Indigenous data and evaluation project officer will design and seek funding for new, and existing services that create community impact.

This role will be responsible for supporting the business across program evaluation, helping Ruah to embed an Aboriginal-world view into our research, evaluation and business development activities. 

This is a permanent part time position working 30.4 hours per week, which can be worked Monday - Friday between the hours of 8.00am-5.00pm. The role is based in the Perth Metro area with a requirement to visit different Ruah office locations as applicable.

Applications close 6 September 2022.

Find out more and apply here.

Service lead - housing and homelessness

The Service Lead – Housing and Homelessness is a key management role responsible for achieving outcomes to clients through Ruah’s model of care. The Service lead is a member of the management team supporting the General Manager of Housing and Homelessness and providing leadership across a team of professional health care and community delivery staff in your area of specialisation.

This role has a direct focus and impact on the attraction and retention of Aboriginal staff, providing advice and support across housing and homelessness services and the continual improvement of people-related structures and programs from a cultural lens.

This exciting new role will drive opportunities for Aboriginal employment, development and retention including career pathways across Ruah.

This is a full time, permanent position , Monday - Friday between the hours of 8.00am-5.00pm. The role is based in the Perth Metro area with a requirement to visit different Ruah office locations as applicable.

Applications close 6 September 2022.

Find out more and apply here.

Service lead - cultural advice and employment

The Service Lead – Cultural Advice and Employment is a key management role. The role will have a direct focus and impact on the attraction and retention of Aboriginal staff, providing cultural supervision and consultation to hiring leaders and staff, as well as reviewing and improving people-related structures and programs from a cultural lens.

Importantly, this position will assist in strengthening Ruah’s culturally safe work environment, while also being a conduit for shared understanding and the forward movement of cultural outcomes. The role will also provide employee relations support from time to time.

This is a full time, permanent position, Monday - Friday between the hours of 8.00am-5.00pm. The role is based in the Perth Metro area with a requirement to visit different Ruah office locations as required.

Applications close 6 September 2022.

Find out more and apply here.

Executive manager - Aboriginal services

This position provides strategic and operational cultural advice and supports the organisation in achieving ongoing and increasing culturally secure services to better meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

The position will lead Ruah’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Working Group, work closely with the Aboriginal employee group, and other critical staff to support Ruah’s strategic cultural objectives. The role also works collaboratively with the executive team and senior leadership to further develop Ruah’s relationship with Elders, Aboriginal communities, and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.

This is a part time, permanent position (19 hours per week), worked Monday - Friday between the hours of 8.00am-5.00pm. The role is based in the Perth Metro area with a requirement to visit different Ruah office locations as applicable.

Applications close 6 September 2022.

Find out more and apply here.