Cape York Natural Resource Management (Cape York NRM) is seeking a dedicated and passionate First Nations Engagement Officer to play a pivotal role to support the organisation’s mission and objectives.

This position is a foundational role for Cape York NRM that will set the groundwork for fostering inclusion and representation of First Nations Peoples Interest as they relate to and complement Natural Resource Management on Cape York Peninsula.  The position is responsible for facilitating effective engagement and participation of Cape York people in sustainable natural resource management (NRM) across the Cape York natural resource management region.

Our staff work with land and sea managers, traditional custodians, agricultural producers, graziers and ranger groups on a wide variety of programs that enhance Cape York’s terrestrial, marine and freshwater ecosystems.  In addition, we work to address threats to the environment, culture and communities, including loss of threatened species and managing invasive species, such as feral pigs and weeds.

About Cape York NRM

Cape York NRM is a not-for-profit organisation and registered charity, with a mission to help people work to care for the natural environment while promoting the sustainable use of natural resources in Cape York Peninsula. The organisation is involved with partnerships across Cape York Peninsula, and through these relationships, implement activities based on principles of sustainable development, capacity building, project support and development, and regional coordination and planning.

Cape York NRM is staffed by a dedicated team who work with individuals, groups and communities across Cape York Peninsula to care for the Country, through activities that promote and support the organisation's mission.