Operations Coordinator - Cultural Fire

About the role

Taungurung Land and Waters Council (TLaWC) is seeking an Operations Coordinator for its Cultural Fire Program, based in Alexandra, Victoria. The role leads the operational side of the program, which aims to restore Taungurung Cultural Fire knowledge and practice on Country in line with the values, goals and objectives of the Taungurung Nation. It involves planning, delivery and review of at least two cultural burns on Country each year. The position is full-time, fixed term for 1 year, with no direct reports.

Key responsibilities

• Consult with TLaWC staff, Taungurung Rangers and the community to identify priorities, protocols and practices for cultural fire.
• Prepare the documentation and processes needed to deliver at least two cultural burns each autumn.
• Procure, register and maintain equipment, tools, PPE and related gear.
• Support the Cultural Fire Strategic Plan, program evaluation and monitoring of the effects of cultural fire.
• Advise on cultural fire management plans for Taungurung-owned properties and on public land management plans with state land and fire managers.
• Advise Biik Land Management on an ecological fire service offer and partnerships with DEECA and other agencies.
• Help shape HR and organisational policies for the program.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures.

Required profile

• Relevant tertiary qualification or industry experience in cultural land management, land and fire management, fire ecology, natural resource management or community development.
• Understanding of the importance of Country to Traditional Custodians and Taungurung as Traditional Owners, and the ability to communicate sensitively with them.
• Commitment to self-determination and adherence to the TLaWC code of conduct.
• Ability to pass a Working with Children Check.
• Physical ability to walk on uneven ground, drive off-road and spend long periods sitting at a desk.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Geographic Information Systems for spatial data.
• Project management, including contracts, contractors and milestone reporting.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, stakeholder engagement and strong written and verbal communication.

What we offer

• Paid days off during Christmas and on your birthday.
• Access to TLaWC pool vehicles.
• NFP salary sacrifice benefits.
• Training and development opportunities and a confidential EAP.

Applicants submit a CV and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) by email; applications close on 4 December.