Project Officer

About the role

Nyul Nyul PBC Aboriginal Corporation, a community-controlled organisation and the Registered Native Title Body Corporate for the Nyul Nyul native title holders in Broome, Western Australia, is looking for a Project Officer. The role supports the planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting of projects that advance the Corporation's cultural, community and operational priorities. It is a full-time position based in the Broome office, with travel to Country and other Kimberley locations as required.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and monitor project plans, timelines, budgets, implementation activities and records; coordinate schedules, meetings, briefing notes, progress updates and follow-up actions.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and delays and escalate matters to the Executive Officer or supervisor.
• Prepare, format, file and distribute correspondence, forms, minutes, reports, project updates and acquittal documents, and maintain accurate, confidential records and registers.
• Support culturally safe community consultation and Traditional Owner engagement, and review grant opportunities, tenders and expressions of interest.
• Coordinate travel, accommodation, events, workshops, community meetings and partner communications.
• Coordinate native title holder and member meetings, consultation and consent records, future act responses and cultural heritage activities.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in project coordination, administration, community services or a related field.
• Experience working with Traditional Owners and an understanding of cultural protocols and local issues.
• Ability to manage projects across consultation, planning, grants, budgets and acquittals, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Australian citizenship, permanent residency or right to work in Australia; WA driver's licence or ability to obtain one; National Police Clearance; Working with Children Check and First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain them.
• Desirable: Certificate III or IV in a relevant field, experience with an Aboriginal corporation or not-for-profit, and knowledge of native title, PBC, CATSI and heritage legislation.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and Teams
• Budget monitoring and acquittal preparation
• Electronic records management

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration negotiable, plus 17.5% annual leave loading, 12% superannuation and regional allowances.
• Possible salary packaging, flexible working, professional development, cultural leave and support programs.

Applications close 7 November 2026 and include a CV and cover letter addressing the essential criteria.