Fantastic opportunity to work with the Badimia Traditional Owners for the Badimia Bandi Barna Aboriginal Corporation on land management and cultural projects aligned with their Healthy Country Plan.

This position offers excellent remuneration and benefits, including;

• Hosted by Bush Heritage Australia in either Geraldton or Perth - WA (open to flexibility)
• Full time 2 year contract with possible 3-year extension with the Badimia Bandi Barna Aboriginal Corporation
• $76,231 plus Superannuation
• Pre-tax salary benefits
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Relocation assistance
• Vehicle attaches to the role

Badimia Bandi Barna Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Healthy Country Coordinator who will have demonstrated, highly effective skills in project and people management.

About the role

The Badimia Bandi Barna Aboriginal Corporation (BBBAC) was established to represent the Badimia people, the custodians of Badimia traditional land, to promote and protect Badimia lore, language, land and culture. BBBAC promotes community enterprise, community development and the building of strong financial infrastructure for all Badimia people guided by our values.

The Badimia Healthy Country Coordinator will be responsible for the successful delivery of a Badimia Healthy Country Plan by working with the BBBAC and the Badimia community and in partnership with a range of stakeholders.

The Badimia Healthy Country Plan will support the Badimia vision: Our vision is to continue our healing journey on Barna (Country) while being acknowledged as the Traditional Owners, keeping the connections through our ancestors, sites, stories and the Bimarra for future generations.

The Healthy Country Coordinator is a key regional leadership position and will be responsible for collaboratively coordinating people, land management and ecological activities across Badimia Country and support program development of BBBAC’s partnerships as well as community partnerships.

This position has been developed in collaboration between the BBBAC and Bush Heritage Australia. The position will be hosted by Bush Heritage Australia to assist in the support of the employee and the implementation of the Badimia Healthy Country Plan.

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What you'll need to succeed

• Highly advanced emotional competence with excellent interpersonal and influencing skills and demonstrated success in working effectively with a diverse range of people in a complex environment (e.g. staff, land holders and regional bodies, representatives of other organisations and at various levels of private, corporate and government)
• Commitment to and passion for caring for Country and the objectives and values of BBBAC
• Demonstrated understanding and experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people and communities and associated cultural sensitivity. 
• Demonstrated understanding and experience working with mining sector, tourism operators, the pastoral sector and the development and maintenance of relationships with these stakeholders 
• Proven experience in road works, fire management, weed work, feral control, infrastructure management & planning, project management, neighbour relations, basic machinery handling and maintenance 
• Experience in effectively leading and managing staff including the capacity to manage contractors 
• An applied knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety issues and practices, and a proven ability to manage risk 
• A demonstrated high-level knowledge and understanding of project management practices and principles experience in project management – including oversight of contracts, budgets, partnership documents, grant preparation and reporting. 
• High level of computer literacy and proficiency with computers including MS Office, spreadsheet, financial, GIS and data management software 
• Experience working independently in remote and isolated environments with demonstrated 4WD driving skills and abilities including a valid driver’s licence.

How to apply

To apply for this role, simply fill in your personal details and answer the questions below. You will then be taken to a page to upload a copy of your CV. There is no need to attach a cover letter or separate document answering key selection criteria.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, such as land management and agriculture, to apply for this role if they have the right skills and experience.   

If you require further information, please contact Corinne Fogarty (Project Manager, Badimia Bandi Barna Aboriginal Corporation) on 0459 527 836 /[email protected] or Chontarle Bellottie (Aboriginal Partnerships Manager) on 0438 059 114 /[email protected]

Bush Heritage Australia does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to be made for your application we would be more than happy to discuss how this could be arranged. 

Evidence shows that applicants from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't feel they meet all the requirements of the job – unlike candidates from majority backgrounds who might fulfil less requirements. 

We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we strive to build more diverse teams with your unique experience!