Nyamba Buru Yawuru (NBY) means ‘This is the place of Yawuru’. NBY is the operational company of the Yawuru Native Title Holders Aboriginal Corporation. NBY manages the day-to-day business of Yawuru and is engaged in a diverse range of projects which help to provide social, cultural, environmental and financial sustainability for the future of Yawuru people.

JOB SUMMARY

The NBY Coordinator - Nature Capital Projects will play a critical role in the successful design, delivery, and governance of the biodiversity market pilot. The position involves project management, stakeholder coordination, and strategic reporting. The role spans environmental services, capacity building, contract management, and culturally respectful engagement with Traditional Owners and Indigenous organisations.

ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Strong commercial acumen and understanding of Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property.
2. Proven stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills in Indigenous and/or environmental contexts.
3. Excellent communication, negotiation and facilitation skills.
4. Sound project management and organisational skills.
5. Commitment to Indigenous empowerment and ability to work respectfully with Kimberley Aboriginal people.
6. Initiative, good judgment, and attention to detail.
7. Relevant tertiary qualification or minimum three years’ related experience.
8. Current driver’s licence and Working with Children Check

DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Understanding of Indigenous enterprises and carbon or biodiversity projects.
2. Experience in budget and financial management.
3. Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
4. Experience managing Indigenous-owned projects.
5. Ability to deliver training or mentoring

See the position description attached below for further information about this role.