Anthropologist - Project Officer Cultural Heritage

Posted: 05/01/2024 Closing Date: 01/03/2024 Job Type: Contract Location: Alice Springs Job Category: Agriculture, Nature & Animal,Biotech, R&D, Science An exciting opportunity exists with the Ngaanyatjarra Council, Land & Culture Program for a Anthropologist - Cultural HeritageProject Officer to join our team working in the Western Desert on the Ngaanyatjarra Lands, WA. This position offers the opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated person, to support Ngaanyatjarra people to manage and protect their rich Cultural Heritage and to look after country. The role involves overseeing and managing mining and exploration projects and other land access matters on the Ngaanyatjarra Lands. The role will involve an immersion in and understanding of Cultural Heritage and places of significance, as well as genealogical connection to country associated with these projects across the Ngaanyatjarra Lands. The role will be suited to a person motivated by a keen interest in the priorities and aspirations of Ngaanyatjarra people and in delivering on-ground outcomes that reflect these priorities for country, culture, and community. The position requires someone who is willing and able to understand the interests and priorities of the resource industry and liaise effectively with their representatives. You will be willing and able to travel, and to spend time out in the bush.  You will require flexibility, independence and resilience, and will enjoy working in a rich, desert environment. Job Description Main Duties/ Deliverable: Conduct Traditional Owner and community consultations on the Ngaanyatjarra Lands. Review Work Programs, plan and undertake Cultural Heritage surveys and reports. Liaise with and support Ngaanyatjarra Liaison Officers and…
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