ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT

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 helps to provide social, cultural, environmental and financial sustainability for the future of Yawuru people.

NBY and the Kimberley Land Council (KLC) are co-leading a biodiversity market pilot project on behalf of the North Australian Indigenous Land and Sea Management Alliance (NAILSMA), under the umbrella of the Indigenous Country and Biodiversity Alliance (ICBA). The project will explore and establish a scalable, culturally grounded model for Indigenous-led nature repair and biodiversity markets. The initiative aims to strengthen Indigenous participation in emerging environmental markets, enhance land and sea management outcomes, and safeguard cultural and intellectual property.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Manage the day-to-day coordination of the biodiversity market pilot project, including scheduling, correspondence, administration, and documentation.

• Oversee project delivery, ensuring milestones, budgets, timelines, and compliance requirements are met in line with agreements and funding conditions.

• Maintain effective administrative systems and records in line with NBY policies, including contributing to monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement processes.

• Support the preparation of briefing papers, funding reports, and project updates for boards, partners, and government agencies

LOGISTICS, ENGAGEMENT AND GOVERNANCE SUPPORT

• Act as a central point of contact for internal and external project stakeholders including NBY, KLC, NAILSMA, academic institutions, Jawun, government, and Indigenous organisations.

• Provide governance support to relevant bodies, including the Yawuru–KLC Nature Repair structure, by preparing agendas, compiling meeting papers, recording minutes, and tracking actions.

• Coordinate and facilitate effective communication, collaboration, and culturally appropriate engagement between partners and community stakeholders.

• Represent NBY at relevant forums, workshops, and regional/industry events

• Coordinate logistics for on-Country activities, workshops, fieldwork, and community events, ensuring cultural protocols and community needs are respected

STRATEGIC CONTRIBUTION AND CAPACITY BUILDING

• Contribute to aligning the biodiversity pilot with NBY’s strategic direction and long-term goals, and support sustainability and scalability planning.

• Help build internal capability in project delivery, enterprise development, and Indigenous-led environmental service models through knowledge sharing and mentoring.

• Support the management of contracts, consultants, and service providers.

• Assist in identifying and progressing opportunities for Indigenous industry development including through collaboration with regional and national bodies such as the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN).

INDIVIDUAL COMMITMENT

• Actively embrace and integrate NBY’s vision, mission and values into the role, and model appropriate behaviours

• Work collaboratively with management and staff across the business in support of NBY’s strategic objectives

• Maintain a professional approach in the workplace and contributes to a positive and innovative workplace environment

• Acknowledge NBY’s conditions of employment, code of conduct, and organisational policies and procedures

• Adhere to relevant legislative requirements including and not limited to the Fair Work Act, Workplace Health and Safety Act and the EEO Act

• Continuously identify opportunities for improvement.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ATTRIBUTES

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 QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

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

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

1. Current ‘C’ Class driver’s licence

2. National police clearance

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

In addition to your salary you will also benefit from:

17.5% leave loading on annual leave;
Salary packaging to maximise your take-home pay;
Professional development opportunities to support your career growth;
On Country Days and opportunities to learn and immerse yourself in Yawuru culture;
Opportunity to learn Yawuru language.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications can be submitted via SEEK or sent electronically to recruitment@yawuru.org.au including a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your current resume..

Should you require further information relating to this position or process, or a copy of the position description, we welcome your call on (08) 9192 9600 and ask for Bronwyn Clark, Manager Human Resources & Organisational Development.

Applications will remain open until the position is filled. We reserve the right to close applications if a suitable applicant is appointed.

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