Environmental Program Coordinator

7 days ago


Shire of Halls Creek, Australia nrmjoEnvironmental jobs, NRM Full time

About the Role

The Environmental Program Coordinator will lead a team of Indigenous rangers in delivering a diverse range of cultural and natural resource management activities, including fire management, threatened and pest species management, and on-country trips with senior traditional owners.

The successful candidate will take a lead role in growing the capacity of the Indigenous rangers and enhancing traditional owner governance of the program.

We are seeking a dynamic and resilient individual with proven skills and capacity in Indigenous engagement, land and sea cultural and natural resource management, project management, and administration.

This position is based in a remote area and works across a large geographic region in Western Australia.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the Indigenous rangers to ensure delivery of the annual works plan.
  • Collaborate with the Healthy Country Advisory Committee and NRM's LSMU staff to develop, monitor, and report on ranger activities.
  • Ensure effective day-to-day administrative management of the ranger program, including timesheets, casual rangers, and traditional owner payments.
  • Plan, supervise, and participate in field activities to remote locations associated with completing the work plan and fee-for-service opportunities.
  • Work with and mentor the rangers to develop their personal and project skills, leadership abilities, and work ethic.
  • Support on-the-job training, identify training needs, and liaise with the NRM Training Coordinator to engage with training providers.
  • Work with external organisations to develop partnerships and land and sea management projects and ensure appropriate governance, ownership, and participation by traditional owners.
  • Deliver on fee-for-service opportunities and other projects that support the development and sustainability of the ranger group and traditional owner aspirations.
  • Assist researchers to engage in approved on-country research with rangers and other traditional owners.
  • Ensure high-level responsibility taken by rangers for the care, maintenance, and safekeeping of equipment and resources used.
  • Always ensure compliance with cultural protocols and NRM Policy and Procedures.

Selection Criteria

  • Qualification(s) or commensurate experience in environmental management, conservation biology, anthropology, community development, or another related field.
  • Experience managing small teams and/or coordinating on-ground natural and cultural resource management projects, preferably with Indigenous organisations.
  • Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of Aboriginal social and cultural challenges in Northern Australia and willingness to commit to community empowerment, training, and development.
  • Experience in working independently with minimal supervision in a remote area and demonstrated capacity to remain focused, positive, and organised in a challenging work environment.
  • Good communication, negotiation, and community consultation skills, including ability to work with an advisory group and as a member of a team.
  • Demonstrated experience in project administration and finance management, including grant writing, reporting, and acquittals.
  • Proficiency in administration, reporting, using computers, and Microsoft Office suite.
  • Current valid driver's license and experience operating 4WD vehicles in remote off-road conditions.
  • A Working with Children's Check (WWCC) or ability to obtain one.


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