Seeking to empower Dja Dja Wurrung people in fire practice and restoring health to Dja Dja Wurrung Country? Then join us at DJAARA!
- Salary starting from $97k + superannuation (pro-rata depending on experience)
- Part-Time 2 year position
- Bendigo Location – Dja Dja Wurrung Country
- Not for Profit Salary Packaging Options
Why DJAARA?
DJAARA holds the native title rights of the Dja Dja Wurrung and describes Dja Dja Wurrung aspirations and the Corporation’s areas of responsibility and opportunity in the Dhelkunya Dja Country Plan (2014-2034). The goals in the Country Plan gives purpose to our work and sets out the community vision for our People to be strong, underpinned by our living culture, our lands, and waters to be in good condition and actively managed to protect our values and to promote the laws, culture, and rights of all Dja Dja Wurrung People. To learn more about DJAARA, visit our website https://djadjawurrung.com.au/
How can you make an impact?
The Djandak Wi Project Manager will lead projects centred around Djandak Wi across Dja Dja Wurrung Country, leading the implementation of culturally informed systems for planning and monitoring that support Djaara’s vision for healing Country and people with Djandak Wi (Fire).
What will you bring?
- Understanding of fire regulatory, policy and operational environment. Knowledge in fire science and experience in environmental management.
- Commitment to Djaara self-determination.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and partners.
- Experience in applied system and process development.
- Experience using GIS or other mapping software is highly desirable.
- Expertise in managing projects and working with people and systems to deliver outcomes is highly desirable.
- Understanding of Djaara knowledge systems and experience working with Traditional Owners is highly desirable.
There are many benefits of working at DJAARA.
- Contributing to useful and rewarding work and giving something back to the community
- Training and career growth opportunities across DJAARA A portion of your income can be tax-free by salary packaging your personal expenses.
- Additional tax-free salary packaging on dining and accommodation expenses
- Flexible work options available and work-life balance actively encouraged.
- Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- The expected salary starting from $97 k + super (pro-rata based on experience)
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for this position, please click APPLY NOW to submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.
In line with DJAARAs commitment to a safe work place applicants must be willing to undergo a fit for work medical assessment
Aboriginal and/or Torres Straight Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Need more information?
If you require additional information, please contact Harley Douglas for a yarn on 0428 046 798 or via email harley.douglas@djadjawurrung.com.au
The Position Description which can be found at https://djadjawurrung.com.au/gunga-jobs/ will also provide further information including the Key Selection Criteria, responsibilities, and the primary purpose of the position.
APPLY NOW – Applications closing January 5 2025
Position Description -PD - Djandak Wi Project Manager 2024
