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Joint Management Project Officer - Geraldton / Perth

Yamatji Southern Regional Corporation

The Yamatji Southern Regional Corporation Ltd (YSRC) was established in January 2020, as part of the historic Yamatji Nation Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) with the State of Western Australia. The YSRC is the parent entity of the Yamatji Nation governance structure which includes the Prescribed Body Corporate, Bundi Yamatji Aboriginal Corporation, Yamatji Enterprises Limited and the Joint Trustee established under the ILUA.

YSRC has established a Strategic Plan and vision, based on utilising the benefits of the ILUA. The YSRC is a growing team, working out of the Geraldton Headquarters with responsibility to implement the Strategic Plan and undertake day-to-day management of activities associated with its objectives.

about the role

Under the Joint Management Agreement ( JMA), a Joint Management Body (JMB) has been established to make management decisions consistent with the Joint Management Plan. The JMB plays a significant role in the management and development of the Yamatji Conservation Estate including in relation to:

  • the value of the land and waters to the culture and heritage of Aboriginal people;
  • the conduct of customary activities in accordance with the traditional laws and customs;
  • the expenditure of the annual operational budget;
  • any proposed new management plan, or any proposed amendments to the management plan;
  • the development of new business and employment opportunities for the Yamatji people;
  • the development of policies, frameworks and strategies to facilitate economic opportunities;
  • the approval of leases, licences and the use of land in accordance with the Conservation and Land Management Act 1984;
  • the employment of staff and contractors to work in the Yamatji Conservation Estate; and
  • the naming and content of any signage relating to areas or places on the Yamatji Conservation Estate.

POSITION PURPOSE

This position’s role is to support the activities of the JMB in accordance with the JMA by:

  • Supporting the implementation of its management responsibilities and engagement with relevant entities, including the Yamatji Nation Cultural Authority and Cultural Committees.
  • Engaging with the JMB, BYAC and DBCA in the development of programs to achieve the best possible engagement of Yamatji Nation members.
  • Engages with DBCA staff assisting to facilitate effective and meaningful engagement and supervision, in existing works programs for the Yamatji Conservation Estate.
  • Facilitates on-country visits, workshops, and joint activities to support the development and implementation of the JMA with the JMB and YSRC.
  • Facilitates meetings and ensures the management aspirations of the Joint Management Body are actioned, in consultation with the broader traditional owner community.

The Joint Management Project Officer position is established under clause 21.7(3) of the ILUA.

More information on the Yamatji Nation ILUA land commitment can be found here: https://www.wa.gov.au/system/files/2020-07/08.%20Land_final_210720.pdf

Full job details at www.yamatjicentral.com.au and any initial queries can be made to [email protected] using the subject line: Joint Management Project Officer - Geraldton / Perth enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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