Program Manager - Developing Ranger Groups

About the role

The Kimberley Land Council is looking for an experienced program leader to help Traditional Owners establish the Mayala, Nimanburr and Jaru ranger groups. Based in Broome, the role turns PBC and community aspirations into culturally directed, safe and sustainable programs, shaping Healthy Country Plans, ranger bases, work programs, recruitment and training from the outset. It combines strategy with regular time in communities and on Country across the Kimberley.

Key responsibilities

• Establish the Mayala, Nimanburr and Jaru ranger teams, including role design, recruitment, traineeships and ranger development.
• Partner with PBCs and Healthy Country Advisory Committees to design culturally directed ranger programs and annual work plans.
• Lead Healthy Country Planning and consultation on ranger bases, infrastructure, tenure and on-Country priorities.
• Support Traditional Owners and rangers to deliver approved work programs safely on Country.
• Coordinate training pathways with KLC and North Regional TAFE.
• Manage program reporting, contracts, budgets, procurement and compliance requirements.
• Build relationships with communities, project partners, funders, government and industry.
• Contribute as a senior member of the Land and Sea Management Unit and support the Kimberley Ranger Network.

Required profile

• Significant program leadership experience and strong knowledge of Indigenous land and sea management or community development.
• A qualification in cultural natural resource management or a related field such as management, training or Indigenous community development.
• Demonstrated leadership of staff in remote, cross-cultural and multidisciplinary settings.
• Current C Class driver's licence, with a manual licence preferred; willingness to travel independently and camp in remote areas with limited amenities.

Required skills

• Excellent oral, interpersonal and written communication across diverse audiences.
• Strong program, contract, administrative, financial and budget management capability.
• Ability to manage partnerships, people and substantial budgets.

Applications are made through the Quick Apply button with a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria, closing by 9am on Monday 9 November.