L5/6, $101,122 - $110,517 or $115,824 - $127,647 Salary/Level: Level 5 or 6, $101,122 - $110,517 or $115,824 - $127,647 p.a.
plus Superannuation Other: This position attracts a District Allowance.
The Murchison District extends along the coast from Dongara in the south to north of Kalbarri then inland passed Cue.
The District office is located in Geraldton with work centres located in Kalbarri, Thundelarra and Cue.
We currently have an opportunity for a Joint Management Coordinator to join our team.
Under the limited (Level 5) or minimal (Level 6) direction of the District Manager, you will: Lead and coordinate the establishment of effective liaison and communication with Traditional Owner groups, other agencies, community groups and special interest groups to promote and implement the objectives of joint management within the Murchison District.
Lead the integration of district operations into a strategic joint management implementation framework.
Maintain detailed awareness and oversight of all ILUAs, district programs, budget and staffing in order to effectively represent the district manager and other programs in joint management meetings, management planning workshops and negotiations (Level 6).
Working in close collaboration with the Aboriginal Engagement, Planning and Lands Branch, support the development and implementation of Indigenous Land Use Agreements and joint management agreements; and lead the coordination of district input into joint management plans.
Lead and provide support to managers and Traditional Owners on issues relating to the management of conservation lands, Aboriginal heritage sites and the protection of Aboriginal heritage.
The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current and satisfactory National Police Check and a current Western Australian "C" class driver's license prior to commencement.
Application Instructions: To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following: A covering letter.
A written response addressing the four (4) requested criteria below (in no more than four (4) pages).
A current resume.
Selection Criteria Evidence of highly developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated (Level 5) or considerable experience (Level 6) effectively negotiating, communicating and forming working relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders to understand and balance competing priorities, manage relationships and coordinate delivery of collaborative outcomes.
Evidence of ability and willingness to work with Traditional Owners to deliver native title aspirations and goals through joint management, cooperation, or collaborative arrangements, with a preference for someone with a highly developed awareness of aboriginal culture and heritage values at Level 6.
An understanding of the issues involved in managing natural areas for cultural, biodiversity, recreation, education and tourism values in a joint management context (Level 5); with a preference for someone with demonstrated experience in delivering natural area management in this context (Level 6).
Considerable experience in and knowledge of administrative and financial management, including project management, budget preparation and expenditure control.
Closing date: Monday, 3 February 2025 at 12 noon AWST (3pm AEDT).
No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.
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