About the job

Looking for a leadership role where you can contribute to cultural and environmental outcomes while supporting Traditional Owners participate in carbon and nature repair opportunities? We’d love to hear from you!

The Kimberley Land Council (KLC) is seeking an experienced and collaborative Business Manager to join our Land and Sea Management Unit (LSMU) and lead the delivery and growth of our carbon and fire programs.

Leading a team of around 14 across a number of different teams, this key role works closely with native title holders to continue to be recognised and rewarded for caring for Country by helping to shape new carbon methods, undertaking best-practice fire management programs, advocating for Aboriginal culture and knowledge to be embedded in markets and ensuring Traditional Owners have access to access emerging carbon and nature repair opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead operational delivery of Fire, Carbon and sponsored projects
- Ensure activities support KLC objectives and native title outcomes for Kimberley Aboriginal people
- Develop policies, operational plans and budgets that support strong, sustainable programs
- Manage contracts,



compliance, reporting, funding relationships and program deliverables
- Provide high-level operational, governance and strategic advice across LSMU
- Represent KLC and build effective relationships with Traditional Owners, funders and stakeholders

Experience & Qualifications

- Experience in conservation, land management, cultural heritage management and/or education and training programs
- A good working knowledge of Aboriginal culture and protocols, with the ability to work respectfully with Traditional Owners
- Proven project management skills in complex and culturally responsive environments
- Solid communication and relationship-building skills
- Knowledge of savanna fire burning, carbon projects and emerging nature and biodiversity markets is highly regarded
- A relevant management, land management or education and training qualification is desirable

Apply now and join us in strengthening Indigenous-led land management and supporting Traditional Owners to care for Country, culture and community across the Kimberley.

📌 Business Manager - Carbon & Fire (Broome)
🏢 Kimberley Land Council
📍 Broome