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Jawoyn AssociationSee more

addressAddressKatherine, NT
CategoryArts & Media

Job description

The Organisation

Jawoyn Association Aboriginal Corporation is a Not-for-profit striving to improve the cultural, social and economic well-being of the Jawoyn people, while always caring for country. We represent and support the Jawoyn people and country through our human services, land management, cultural and business enterprises. Jawoyn traditional land stretches across 50,000 square kilometres in the Northern Territory.

Jawoyn Rangers are committed to the conservation, land management, and cultural heritage of Jawoyn Country. Our team works closely with Traditional Owners to protect and manage the natural environment through a variety of innovative and sustainable practices.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Ranger Coordinator to lead and oversee the Ngalmuka (Women’s) Ranger team. This full-time role involves coordinating conservation, land management and cultural programs, working collaboratively with the broader ranger team and on specific projects tailored to women.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Daily Operations: Plan and coordinate day-to-day activities and on-Country operations.
  • Team Supervision: Provide logistical support, supervision, and mentoring
  • Deliver key programs including fire management, weed and feral animal control, cultural site protection, and bush medicine gardens.
  • Training and Development: Coordinate training sessions and support rangers in their professional development
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with Land Manager, Fire Operations team, Healthy Country Projects Manager, and various community groups to implement the annual Ranger work plan.
  • Guided By: Healthy Country Monitoring and Evaluation Committee and Board of Directors. 
  • Administration: Oversee equipment, manage assets, and ensure efficient planning and organisation of ranger activities.

Key Work Programs:

  • Fire management (wet season burning, early dry season burning, late season firefighting)
  • Weed control and feral animal management
  • Culture camps and rock art site protection
  • Signage installation and maintenance
  • Bush medicine garden management

Reporting Relationships:

  • The Ranger Coordinator reports to the Land Manager
  • The role involves coordinating a team of Indigenous Rangers and working with autonomy and responsibility

About You

  • Qualifications in natural resource management or environmental science, or extensive experience in land management and ranger programs.
  • Practical skills in managing 4WDs, quad bikes, ATVs, and related equipment.
  • Strong understanding of fire management in savanna ecosystems.
  • Experience in weed control and management, including the use of spraying equipment.
  • Proficiency in administration and computer systems (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and databases (ESS database).
  • Experience using GIS technology.
  • Ability to prioritise tasks and manage a team effectively.
  • Excellent communication and people management skills
  • Understanding of cultural protocols and the ability to work sensitively with Traditional Owners.
  • Current First Aid certificate, Police Check, and Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain).

Your Reward

  • $85,000 per annum plus superannuation guarantee
  • 25 days annual leave (5 weeks)
  • 10 days personal leave (2 weeks)
  • Salary packaging available
  • Work vehicle, mobile phone and data, and laptop provided
  • Travel allowance and TOIL system for out of hours work
  • 1 x month’s accommodation in Katherine will be provided to assist while you are securing more long-term housing

Next Steps

Join us in making a meaningful impact on Jawoyn Country and its people.  Apply today to be a part of our dedicated team of Rangers!

If you are passionate about land conservation and cultural heritage, and meet the selection criteria, we would love to hear from you. 

To register your interest, click the “Apply” button and submit your Resume without delay.

To discuss this opportunity, or if you have questions, contact Aisla Connolly for a confidential discussion on 0448 345 *** or *****@jobskillsnetwork.com

Refer code: 2267881. Jawoyn Association - The previous day - 2024-05-23 23:40

Jawoyn Association

Katherine, NT

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