Key Duties

• With the guidance of the Program Manager, coordinate the steering committee and conduct community consultation to establish a new Healthy Country Plan (HCP) with the help of an outside contractor.
• Once established, supervise and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the Minymaku Warka Program taking a lead role in strengthening Women Rangers capabilities and skills to care for country.
• Plan, supervise and participate in field activities in locations around Indulkana in accordance with Healthy country Management Plan
• Work with and mentor the Ranger team to develop their personal skills and work ethic.
• Support Anangu Women to increase their capacity in taking an increased responsibility in participating in the project including the appointment of a Lead Ranger
• Work in cooperation with the Training Coordinator to implement the training program.
• Ensure effective day-to-day administrative management of the ranger program including timesheets, casual rangers and Traditional Owner payments

• Provide work reports to Program Manager in compliance with contractual requirements for the program including small fortnightly activity reporting
• Have oversight of budgets to manage assets including procurement of assets responsibly to ensure effective program delivery within budget
• Participate in the development of a Women Ranger Strategy to grow a strong network of women rangers across the APY Lands
• Ensuring all field work equipment, project resources, vehicle and APY property are maintained in good condition
• comply with all APY policies and procedures including APYs HR, WH&S and Finance and Administration policies.

Working Relationships

• Works under the guidance of the Land Manager Program Manager in Umuwa to support delivery of CEM Certificate and other skill development opportunities.

• Works in close collaboration with the Indulkana based Training Coordinator
• Works in close collaboration with the APY Land Management Ecologist to ensure ecological goals and data collection procedures are being met
• In the establishment phase you will work closely with APY CHU and Meeting Coordinator

• Maintain good working relationships with Community members and residents of other APY communities.
• Maintain networks outside the Lands in the field of NRM and Indigenous Land Management, including with scientists, experts, other ranger groups and organisations.

• Work with local community organisations such as the TAFE, School and Art Centre.

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate would have

• A relevant Qualification and/or experience in Cultural and Natural Resource Management
• Ability to work Independently with initiative and self-direction as well as work collaboratively as part of the Land Management team.
• Practical experience in an Indigenous Community environment with demonstrated ability to communicate and consult in a culturally appropriate way.
• A keen interest in the ecology of Central Australia and a desire to work in a remote environment
• Communicate effectively with a range of Indigenous and non-Indigenous stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in project administration, finance management, managing staff and assets
• Willingness and ability to undertake safe regular remote travel including camping. The role is based at Indulkana but with regular travel to other communities and Work areas (2-3 hours’ drive from base)
• Possess good verbal and written communications skills including the ability to write reports for a range of audiences
• Current Valid driver’s License (manual) and experience driving in off road conditions

• Ability to live and work in a remote location and in extreme conditions

• First nations persons are encouraged to apply

Anangu are encouraged to apply

Enquires can be directed to Land Management Manager Neil Collins on 0417 879 104.

Remuneration Level 3: Salary in accordance with the APY Enterprise Agreement (min 70000-$80000).