EMPLOYMENT

Are you passionate about caring for Country, biodiversity and working alongside Traditional Owners to guide better outcomes for land, water and culture? Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation (WTOAC) is seeking a Biodiversity Project Officer to support our Caring for Country team. The role helps delivers projects that protect, heal and strengthen Wadawurrung Country guided by the Paeert Tjaara Dja - Let's make Country good together 2020-2030. This role works across Ballarat, Bostock (Ballan), Geelong and surrounding Wadawurrung Country. Working closely with Traditional Owners, Elders, land managers and partners to support on Country activities, build strong relationships and ensure projects are delivered respectfully and effectively. About Us WTOAC is the Registered Aboriginal Party for Wadawurrung Country. We protect cultural heritage, care for Country and support the aspirations of Wadawurrung people. We are governed by a Board of Traditional Owners representing the Wadawurrung family groups. Key responsibilities Support delivery of biodiversity and Healthy Country plan projects Facilitate engagement with Traditional Owners, Elders and community Build partnerships with land managers, councils, CMA's and environmental agencies Coordinate site visits, training activities and capacity building sessions Contribute to project planning, reporting and action plans Promote Wadawurrung cultural values in all project work What you will bring Experience or qualifications in Natural Resource Management (or similar) Ability to connect and collaborate with Traditional Owners and a wide range of stakeholders Understanding of land, water and coastal Country management Strong communication and relationship building skills Ability to organise work, manager timelines and meet deadlines Confidence working independently and part or a team Commitment to cultural safety and Aboriginal self-determination Good written, verbal and organisational skills Willingness to travel regularly across Wadawurrung Country What’s on offer A full-time, 3-year fixed term contract A role that contributes to biodiversity and environmental resilience Salary packaging options Please see the position overview attached below for more information. nrmjobs.com.au/job/20023484