Impact, Evaluation

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT

"Making mabu liyan real for all, always"

People, land, culture, prosperity

Nyamba Buru Yawuru (NBY) means 'This is the place of Yawuru'. NBY is the operational company of the Yawuru Native Title Holders Aboriginal Corporation. NBY manages the day-to-day business of Yawuru and is engaged in a diverse range of projects which helps to provide social, cultural, environmental and financial sustainability for the future of Yawuru people.

SUMMARY

The Impact, Evaluation & Communications Lead is responsible for designing and delivering frameworks that measure the organisation's performance, promote transparency, and communicate outcomes to internal and external stakeholders. A key focus of the role is to implement and embed the Mabu Liyan Framework to ensure that impact is measured in ways that reflect community values, cultural wellbeing, and long-term aspirations. The role also leads strategic communications and oversees systems to support organisation-wide impact tracking, storytelling, and continuous improvement.

KEY DELIVERABLES

• Lead the implementation and organisational embedding of the Mabu Liyan Framework across programs and initiatives.
• Oversee project and systems management for impact reporting and performance tracking across the organisation.
• Coordinate the design and application of evaluation tools, ensuring cultural integrity and community relevance.
• Develop and deliver communication products that showcase the organisation's impact, purpose, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support consistent, evidence-based reporting and learning.
• Ensure data, reporting systems, and communication processes are streamlined, accessible, and fit-for-purpose.

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

In addition to your salary you will also benefit from:

• A competitive salary depending on experience;
• 17.5% leave loading on annual leave;
• Salary packaging to maximise your take-home pay;
• Professional development opportunities to support your career growth;
• On Country Days and opportunities to learn and immerse yourself in Yawuru culture;
• Opportunity to learn Yawuru language.

ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Tertiary qualifications in communications, evaluation, social research, public policy, or related fields.
2. Experience leading evaluation, impact, or performance reporting in complex organisations.
3. Proven ability to manage systems and projects to deliver timely and accurate reporting of outcomes and impacts.
4. Strong understanding of Indigenous values-based frameworks such as the Mabu Liyan Framework.
5. Excellent communication and storytelling skills, including experience producing culturally appropriate content.
6. High-level stakeholder engagement skills and cross-cultural competency.
7. Proficiency in reporting and communication tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel, Adobe, Canva, SharePoint).

DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Experience working in or alongside Aboriginal communities or organisations.
2. Familiarity with co-design, developmental evaluation, or participatory research methods.
3. Knowledge of philanthropic, government, or community sector reporting requirements.
4. Graphic design, digital content creation, or social media engagement experience.
5. Understanding of the Kimberley context and the cultural significance of Mabu Liyan.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications should be submitted via SEEK including a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your CV. For a copy of the Job Highlights Pack, including the position description, please contact Bronwyn Clark, Manager Human Resources & Organisational Development, on or via email [email protected].

APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT 5PM WEDNESDAY 3 JULY 2025