Stretching from the Pilbara Region in the south to the Northern Territory border in the east, the Kimberley Region manages over 3,800,000 hectares of land and water on behalf of the Western Australian community. Visitor highlights include Purnululu, Windjana Gorge, Geikie Gorge and Tunnel Creek national parks, as well as world class marine-based experiences including Horizontal Falls and Montgomery Reef. 

The region has two major workcentres: one in Kununurra which accommodates the regional office and East Kimberley District; the other in Broome (West Kimberley District). 

We are currently seeking a Project Officer – Yurriyangem Taam Joint Management to join our team in Kununurra. 

Under limited supervision from the District Manager and with oversight from the Senior Project Officer Native Title Unit, this position: 

• Works in collaboration with the Yurriyangem Taam (YT) Joint Management Body and the YT Employment sub-committee to undertake activities that strengthen YT’s governance and capacity to meet its obligations under the Indigenous Land Use Agreements (ILUA) and Joint Management Agreement.
• Coordinates and leads Traditional Owner, community, and stakeholder engagement for the implementation of the new YT National Park including future parks and easements on behalf of YT Traditional Owners.
• Liaises extensively with relevant stakeholders in partnership with the department to ensure the implementation of the ILUA actions such as secondary consents, easements, and the development of the joint management plan. 

At DBCA, we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change.

The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current Working With Children Check and a current and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.

Selection Criteria 

1. Considerable experience in project management and contract administration processes including time management and financial management.
2. Evidence of strong analytical and problem-solving skills and abilities in responding to complex and detailed issues in a challenging environment.
3. Evidence of high-level oral communication and interpersonal skills and experience in effectively liaising and negotiating with Aboriginal groups, community, stakeholders and government agencies, to deliver joint management outcomes.
4. Knowledge of and experience in joint management conservation and natural land management.