Project Officer

1 week ago

Broome, Australia Magabala Books Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Project Officer

Magabala Books Aboriginal Corporation

Location: Rubibi (Broome), WA

Salary: $73,000 – $84,000 (pro rata 0.8 FTE) + superannuation + benefits

About Magabala Books

Magabala Books is Australia's leading First Nations publishing house.

Proudly Aboriginal led, Magabala is an internationally-recognised and award-winning publisher based on Yawuru and Djugan Country in Rubibi (Broome) that has been celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories since 1987.

Currently we publish 18 new titles a year, including children's picture books, junior and young adult fiction, adult fiction, memoir, non-fiction and poetry. More than a publishing house, our unique cultural, developmental and advisory role sets us apart.

About the Role

We're looking for a motivated Project Officer to join our growing team in Broome. This role supports the delivery of Magabala's creative and cultural development programs, special projects, and community partnerships.

Working closely with the Programs and Impact Manager, you'll provide project coordination and administration support across key initiatives including:

  • First Stories Collective and Intergenerational Storytelling Project
  • Creative Development Scholarships, Fellowships and Grants
  • Daisy Utemorrah Award and Kestin Indigenous Illustrator Award
  • Fundraising campaigns, community events, and partnerships

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to projects that celebrate and strengthen First Nations storytelling in Australia. It's a varied, purpose-driven role suited to someone who values cultural integrity, creativity, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support planning and delivery of Magabala's programs and awards.
  • Assist with community engagement, events, and partnership coordination.
  • Contribute to fundraising and grant applications.
  • Prepare reports, acquittals, and evaluation materials.
  • Provide general administration and secretariat support as needed.
What We're Looking For
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in a small team.
  • Passion for supporting and celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander storytelling.
  • Willingness to live and work in Rubibi (Broome).

This role could suit an early-career professional seeking hands-on experience in arts administration or a more experienced candidate looking to bring their skills to a values-driven First Nations organisation.

Benefits
  • Salary packaging with AccessPay
  • 5 weeks annual leave + leave loading
  • Additional Christmas leave (subject to Board discretion)
  • Annual service bonus
  • Supportive, culturally safe, and collaborative workplace

Hours: 0.8 FTE (flexible working arrangements considered)

Reports to: Programs and Impact Manager

Applications close 11:59pm AWST, Friday 24 October 2025.
To apply please send the below to

  • a cover letter of no more than one page that tells us why your skills, experience and interest make you the right person for the job, and

  • your resume/CV, and

  • Two referees (at least one professional/job referee).

If you require any additional information to participate in the process, please let us know in your email.

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