Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnership Manager – WA

Bush Heritage Australia are looking for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnership Manager – WA to join the West and SA team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a very real contribution to the protection of Australia’s unique wildlife and their habitat.

• Fantastic opportunity to work within a leading conservation organisation.
• Location Flexible, Perth region or proximity to BHA’s Midwest or southwest region
• Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged.
• $87, 339 – $106, 747 plus super.
• Position basis negotiable up to 1 FTE, ongoing

About us

For over 30 years we’ve supported and protected some of the most fragile ecosystems across the continent and seen the impact of our science-based approach. We keep our eyes on the horizon and focus firmly on long-term, landscape scale impact.

As a national, not-for-profit, we want to continue to expand the areas we protect and deepen the impact we have.

We work in partnership with Traditional Owners, listening to and learning from the customs and cultures that came before us.

Together we can heal and protect the bush, now and into the future.

About the role

This position will provide leadership and management support to regional staff to strengthen and deepen our working relationships with Traditional Custodian Groups on Bush Heritage managed Reserves and across the priority landscapes and Country. 

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships Manager will also contribute to Bush Heritage Australia’s Aboriginal Cultural Capability in the areas of policy, strategy, and operational procedures.  

This role will work closely with Bush Heritage’s Head of Region – WA & SA to identify opportunities to strengthen and grow Bush Heritage’s support to our Traditional Custodian partnerships. This will also include genuine engagement with Traditional Custodians of emerging partnerships.  

The role will work between Monday and Friday, with flexibility around days. Regular travel will be required. 

What you’ll need to succeed

• Demonstrated passion and experience in Caring for Country, in nature conservation and a commitment to the objectives and values of Bush Heritage. 
• Demonstrated experience and ability to effectively engage, to work with and develop genuine, respectful relationships with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people and other stakeholders. 
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples in contemporary Australian society in realising their commitments to Caring for Country.  
• Demonstrated experience in collaborating between government, business, and other NGO’s that benefit Traditional Custodians.  
• High level of computer literacy and proficiency with personal computers including word processing, spreadsheet and data software. 
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both a written and oral form. 
• Demonstrated experience in managing projects and budgets. 
• A current driver’s license
• Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged.

What sets us apart

• Great life-work balance: flexible work arrangements, home based opportunity or hybrid working options available.
• Access to 20 days personal leave per year, 10 of these available from commencement if employment. We also offer cultural leave and gender transition leave.
• Employee Resource Groups for women, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent employees as well as a social group for bird lovers.
• Professional development activities including access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Equitable 12 weeks paid leave to all parents, irrespective of their role as primary or secondary carers.
• Remote staff are supported through an education allowance for kids, additional annual leave and possible casual works arrangements for partners.
• Access to support and counselling via our Employee Assistance Program and free access to Headspace app.

How to apply

To apply for this role, simply fill in your personal details and answer the questions below. You will then be taken to a page to upload a copy of your CV.

There is no need to attach a cover letter or separate document answering key selection criteria. Candidates who are interested in the position are encouraged to apply even though they may feel they are not strong on individual selection criteria.

In assessing merit, the panel will take into consideration “performance or achievement relative to opportunity”. We recognise that many staff today have a range of personal circumstances, and career histories.

If you require further information, please contact Chantal Fowler on (Head of Region WA & SA) on [email protected], using the subject line: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnership Manager – WA enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Bush Heritage Australia does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to be made for your application we would be more than happy to discuss how this could be arranged.

Evidence shows that applicants from underrepresented backgrounds often don’t apply for roles if they don’t feel they meet all the requirements of the job – unlike candidates from majority backgrounds who might fulfil less requirements. We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we strive to build more diverse teams with your unique experience!

A position description is attached.