Community Governance Coordinator

Empower Local Decision-Making Across the Ngaanyatjarra Lands
Community Governance Coordinator

Perth CBD (with regular travel to Ngaanyatjarra Lands) | Full Time | Salary commensurate with experience

What to Expect working with us

• Purpose-Driven Environment: Experience a work culture that prioritizes purpose and provides a deep sense of fulfilment, aligning with values that matter to you.

• Gym and Wellness Benefits: Stay fit and healthy with our comprehensive gym and wellness programmes, designed to support your physical and mental well-being.

• Competitive Salary + Salary Sacrificing + 17.5% Annual Leave Loading: Enjoy a competitive salary package complemented by NFP salary sacrificing options.

• Meaningful Work: Contribute to impactful projects and be part of a non-profit organization where your work truly makes a difference.

About the Ngaanyatjarra Council Group

Ngaanyatjarra Council and its member organisations work in partnership with Yarnangu (the people of the Ngaanyatjarra Lands) to deliver essential services, strengthen community governance, and support self-determination across 11 remote communities in Western Australia's Central Desert region.

This is your opportunity to play a key role in strengthening local decision-making and governance across one of Australia's most unique and culturally rich regions.

About the Role

The Community Governance Coordinator is responsible for building and supporting strong governance practices across the Ngaanyatjarra Council Group.

The initial focus of the role will be to work with boards and supporting staff of the entities based in each of the 11 communities to help them understand and meet their obligations under Australian law. Over time, the position will play a strategic role in ensuring that governance across the Group is fit-for-purpose in the Ngaanyatjarra context and empowers Yarnangu to make decisions that matter most at the community level.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a model of governance practice support for entities across the Group to opt in to.

• Where entities opt in:

• Build governance capacity across boards and staff.

• Facilitate collaboration and mutual understanding between boards and supporting staff.
• Coordinate training that is practical, fit-for-purpose, and culturally appropriate.
• Support preparation for and facilitation of effective board meetings.
• Support board recruitment, induction, development, and succession planning.
• Develop adaptable governance policies and procedures.
• Assist entities in their engagement with external regulators and governance bodies.
• Oversee the development of effective file and record systems to support continuity and corporate knowledge retention.
• Provide strategic advice to the Group's leadership on governance matters and opportunities for improvement.
• Promote accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement in governance practice.

About You

You are an experienced governance professional with a passion for strengthening local leadership and decision-making. You bring integrity, cultural awareness, and a commitment to supporting strong governance systems that work for Aboriginal communities.

You will also have:

• Proven experience supporting governance in complex, multi-entity organisations, ideally within cross-cultural or community-based contexts.
• Demonstrated cross-cultural communication skills and a genuine respect for Aboriginal culture.
• Strong understanding of non-profit governance, legal frameworks, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to apply strategic thinking and sound judgement in dynamic environments.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications (or equivalent experience).
• Willingness to travel regularly to the Ngaanyatjarra Lands (approximately one week per month).

Why Join Us?

• Work in partnership with Yarnangu to strengthen self-governance and leadership.
• Contribute to meaningful change and community empowerment.
• Be part of a supportive team based in the Perth CBD, with opportunities to travel across the stunning desert landscapes of the Ngaanyatjarra Lands.
• Competitive salary and conditions, with salary packaging benefits available.

For more information about Ngaanyatjarra Council, visit

Join us in preserving our traditions, sharing our stories, and shaping a vibrant future for generations to come.

We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.

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