If you've worked on land or water and want to grow your experience in a meaningful Sea Country role, this could be the job for you.

You'll build on what you know, step into project management, and be supported to grow your skills as a future Sea Country leader.

Based in Kalimna, this role will coordinate planning, engagement and delivery of the Nanjet to Mallacoota Indigenous Protected Area (IPA) Plan, while supporting wider Sea Country operations.

You'll work closely with the Gunaikurnai community and Far East Traditional Owners to help bring community visions to life.

This role is all about people and connection - with a strong focus on mentoring and supporting staff and community to build skills and confidence.

If you're ready for your next step on Country - step this way.

About GLaWAC:

Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation.

(GLaWAC) represents the Traditional Owners of Gippsland, the Gunaikurnai people. The role of GLaWAC is to meet the aspirations of the Whole of Country Plan and to support members through Native Title related matters.

Come and join our fantastic team!

About the Position:

The Katungal (Sea Country) Program Manager will coordinate planning, community engagement and project delivery of the Nanjet to Mallacoota Indigenous Protected Area (IPA) Plan. The role will support the delivery priorities of the Gunaikurnai People and Aboriginal communities of Far East Gippsland, and the objectives of the Sea Country Program. The Katungal Program engages with Traditional Owners and community groups, to manage the delivery of the IPA in partnership with Far East Traditional Owner Groups. The position will support Sea Country operations and activities in a manner that is adaptive, flexible and responsive to community needs and key stakeholder expectations. This role has a strong focus on mentoring to build the capacity and capability of staff and community in project management.

Essential:

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science/Conservation Land Management and/or equivalent experience in a similar field is desirable.
• Demonstrated high level judgement and experience in analytical problem solving and decision making.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating or managing multiple complex projects. Interpersonal skills to effectively engage with community, agency partners and stakeholders.
• Experience working with Aboriginal people, including a demonstrated ability to communicate and engage sensitively and effectively with Traditional Owner led communities and organisations, knowledge of the social and cultural issues they experience along with a genuine appreciation and respect for their culture .

Other Requirements:

• Commitment to complete mandatory training.
• Current Victorian Manual Driver's Licence.
• Requirement to undergo vaccinations where applicable.
• Mandatory random Drug and Alcohol Testing (Policy Agreement).
• Pre-employment Fitness Testing.
• Working With Children Check and/or Police Check.

Why should you join us?

• Supportive Team Environment.
• Financial benefits of Salary Packaging.
• Excellent Cultural and Personal Development Opportunities.