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The opportunity

CSIRO plays a leading role in one of the world’s largest radio astronomy projects: the SKA (Square Kilometre Array). The SKA telescopes will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics. Enabled by cutting-edge technology, the SKA promises to have a major impact on society, in science and beyond. Join CSIRO and assist in their management of the Inyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara, the CSIRO Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory, on Wajarri Yamaji Country in Western Australia, where world-leading science is being shaped in partnership with Traditional Owners and communities. As the ILUA Manager, you will play an important role in strengthening and nurturing CSIRO's relationship with the Wajarri Yamaji people and the Wajarri Yamaji Aboriginal Corporation (WYAC). Working at the intersection of culture, community, stewardship and science, you will help ensure commitments under the Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) are delivered with respect, integrity and lasting impact.



This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the world's most significant astronomy projects while helping protect and celebrate Aboriginal Cultural Heritage, supporting positive outcomes for Country and community, and fostering strong partnerships across CSIRO, government and industry. This role requires a high level of cultural capability, including the ability to work respectfully with Wajarri Yamaji, understand obligations of the ILUA and Cultural Heritage Management Plan (CHMP), and recognise the cultural, historical, and contemporary contexts in which CSIRO operates on Country.

Your high-level duties will include

- Build respectful, trusted partnerships with the Wajarri Yamaji community, WYAC, Traditional Owners, government, SKAO and CSIRO stakeholders.
- Lead the delivery of CSIRO's commitments under the Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA), Project Agreement and Cultural Heritage Management Plan (CHMP).
- Support the preservation and protection of Aboriginal Cultural Heritage, ensuring activities on Country are undertaken respectfully and responsibly.
- Work collaboratively to translate agreement commitments into practical projects, programs and community outcomes.
- Partner with Indigenous businesses and organisations to support procurement, service delivery and economic participation opportunities.
- Facilitate open communication and help resolve issues constructively, fostering strong relationships and positive outcomes for all parties.




- Represent CSIRO in meetings, forums and community engagement activities, advocating for respectful partnerships and shared success.
- Provide trusted advice and leadership while upholding cultural protocols, confidentiality, and CSIRO's values of inclusion, respect and integrity.

Role particulars

Location

Perth/Boorloo (Kensington), Whadjuk Noongar Boodja and/or Geraldton/Jambinu, Western Australia.

Salary

AU$135,571 - AU158,863 pa (pro-rata for part time) plus up to 15.4% superannuation

Duration

Specified Term of 3 years; Full-time / Part-time (no less than 30hr/week)

Reference

103572

As the successful candidate, you will bring

Essential Criteria

- High-level cultural capability, moulded by Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing, and developed from lived experience as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
- Strong Indigenous community connection and credibility along with cultural authority as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, and/or equivalent experience in areas such as consulting, law, policy, heritage management and complex stakeholder engagement.
- Experience and knowledge, or a willingness to acquire knowledge of cultural heritage obligations under Indigenous Land Use Agreements and relevant Commonwealth and Western Australian Legislation.
- A proven ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships in a complex, multifaceted and dynamic setting, anticipating potential issues and using sound judgement to deliver effective resolutions to complex problems.
- Experience managing financial budgeting, forecasting and rep

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