Strategic Aboriginal Heritage Assessments (SAHA) Project Coordinator
Strategic Aboriginal Heritage Assessments (SAHA) Project Coordinator
(Fixed Term – 1 year)
Are you passionate about protecting Aboriginal Cultural Heritage and ready to work alongside Traditional Owners to speak for Country?
Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation (WTOAC) is seeking a SAHA Project Coordinator to lead the delivery of the Strategic Aboriginal Heritage Assessments (SAHA) Program within our Cultural Heritage Unit.
This is a unique opportunity to work directly with Wadawurrung Traditional Owners, government agencies, developers, and land use planners to ensure Aboriginal Cultural Heritage is considered early in strategic planning and development across Wadawurrung Country.
About the Role
The Strategic Aboriginal Heritage Assessments (SAHA) Program brings Aboriginal Cultural Heritage considerations into the earliest stages of land use planning and project development.
By facilitating proactive conversations between Traditional Owners, planners, and developers, the program aims to identify and protect cultural values before projects commence, leading to stronger cultural outcomes and more informed decision making.
The SAHA team identifies the extent and significance of living, tangible, and intangible cultural heritage values associated with study areas and connected waterways throughout Wadawurrung Country.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee the delivery of Strategic Aboriginal Heritage Assessments
Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and reporting requirements
Liaise with government agencies, developers, planning authorities, consultants, and Traditional Owners




Support and coordinate field survey activities and Cultural heritage assessments
Ensure project outcomes align with Wadawurrung Cultural values, governance processes, and strategic objectives
Facilitate workshops, meetings, and community engagement activities
Manage project documentation, reporting, and data collection.
Support the preparation of recommendations and strategic heritage planning advice
Monitor project risks and opportunities and implement continuous improvement initiatives
About You
Tertiary qualifications in archaeology, Cultural heritage management, or a related field
Minimum 2 years' experience in Aboriginal Cultural heritage management in Victoria
Demonstrated experience in project coordination or project management
Experience working within Aboriginal Cultural Heritage, land management, planning, environmental, natural resource management, or related sectors
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
Experience working with government agencies, Traditional Owner groups, consultants, or community organisations
Excellent organisational, communication, and report writing skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines
A commitment to culturally safe practices and respect for Aboriginal cultural values
What's on Offer
A meaningful role working with and for Traditional Owners
Flexible working arrangements, including work from home
Salary packaging options and a Culturally secure, inclusive workplace
We acknowledge the Wadawurrung People as the Traditional Owners of the land we live and work on.
We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend our recognition to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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