Senior Project Officer – Moreton Bay Research Station

About the role

This fixed‑term senior project officer position supports Indigenous‑led environmental and cultural research on Minjerribah, acting as a vital link between Quandamooka organisations, Elders, community members and university researchers.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple community‑led research projects, managing planning, scheduling, milestone tracking and reporting.
• Facilitate culturally safe engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, Elders and community members through meetings, workshops, yarning sessions and on‑Country activities.
• Collate, organise and support analysis of project data, contributing to accessible reports, maps and knowledge products that meet community needs.
• Ensure clear communication and knowledge sharing between community partners and university researchers, returning findings in culturally appropriate formats.

Required profile

• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person (genuine occupational requirement).
• Demonstrated capability through relevant study or equivalent community‑based cultural or professional experience.
• Strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories and community dynamics.
• Proven experience in project coordination, administration and reporting with attention to accuracy and accountability.
• Ability to gather, interpret and share scientific and cultural data in line with Indigenous Data Governance principles.
• Well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills to build trusted relationships with Elders, community members and research teams.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office for coordination, documentation and reporting.