Anthropologist / Digital Cultural Collections Officer Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation | Living Cultures Perth | Permanent | 90K to 120K + Super + Salary Packaging (two pathways) Help preserve Yinhawangka cultural knowledge for future generations.

About Us
Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation (YAC) is the Prescribed Body Corporate for the Yinhawangka people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. We are a community-controlled organisation representing and advancing the rights, interests and aspirations of our Traditional Owners. YAC works to protect and manage Yinhawangka country, culture and heritage, while building strong partnerships that deliver sustainable economic, social and cultural outcomes for our community. This includes working closely with industry partners to implement complex agreements that support co-management, employment, governance and long-term benefits for current and future generations. We are values-driven, accountable to our members, and committed to strong governance, respectful relationships and practical delivery. Our work is grounded in culture, collaboration and doing what we say we will do. Purpose of the Role: Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation (YAC) is seeking a passionate and capable individual to join our Living Cultures team, supporting the preservation, protection and responsible management of Yinhawangka cultural knowledge, history and heritage. This is a unique opportunity for someone with experience in anthropology, cultural heritage, digital collections or information management to make a meaningful contribution to the Yinhawangka community. We recognise that candidates may bring different strengths and professional backgrounds. For this reason, we are offering two appointment pathways within the same position. Two pathways but one important role Pathway 1: Anthropologist — up to $120,000 + super This pathway is suited to a qualified or experienced anthropologist who can contribute specialist anthropological knowledge and research capability alongside digital cultural collections management. Your responsibilities will include:
• Undertaking and supporting ethnographic research, oral history interviews, cultural consultations and on-Country recording.
• Working closely with Yinhawangka Elders, Traditional Owners and community members to document cultural knowledge, histories and traditions.
• Preparing anthropological summaries, research reports and cultural background information.
• Applying cultural protocols, Indigenous Data Governance principles and appropriate access restrictions.




• Supporting the development and maintenance of the Living Cultures database and cultural knowledge collections. Pathway 2: Digital Cultural Collections Officer — up to $95,000 + super This pathway is suited to someone with strong experience in database administration, records management, digital collections, archives or cultural information management. Your responsibilities will include:
• Maintaining and updating the Living Cultures database, ensuring records are accurate, complete and appropriately organised.
• Cataloguing, digitising and managing cultural materials, digital records and metadata.
• Supporting the secure storage, preservation and appropriate accessibility of cultural information.
• Applying established cultural protocols, confidentiality requirements and information management procedures.
• Assisting with cultural heritage recording, community engagement, research documentation and on-Country activities. Both pathways contribute to the same Living Cultures program. The successful applicant will report to the Manager – Living Cultures, with duties and remuneration determined by the skills, experience and specialist capabilities they bring to the role. About you: We are interested in hearing from candidates who bring experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Anthropology, cultural heritage research, oral history or community-based research.
• Digital cultural collections, archives, database administration or information management.
• Working respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal communities, Elders and Traditional Owners.
• Managing culturally sensitive information, confidentiality and access permissions.
• Organising, documenting, digitising and maintaining accurate cultural or historical records. A relevant tertiary qualification in anthropology, archives, records management, library and information services or a related discipline will be highly regarded. Equivalent relevant experience and training will also be considered. You will also need strong communication skills, attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, sound judgement and a willingness to travel throughout the Pilbara. Female-only position — Genuine Occupational Qualification This is a female-only position in accordance with section 27 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).



The role involves engagement with Yinhawangka women, the recording and management of women's cultural knowledge, and participation in culturally restricted activities where Yinhawangka cultural protocols require the involvement of a female employee. Being female is therefore an essential occupational requirement of the position, supporting the protection of cultural knowledge, respect for cultural authority and culturally appropriate engagement with Yinhawangka women. Why join YAC? This is an opportunity to contribute directly to the preservation of Yinhawangka cultural knowledge and support the community's aspirations for cultural continuity and self-determination. You will work alongside people who are committed to ensuring Yinhawangka history, knowledge and cultural materials are respectfully preserved, appropriately governed and available to future generations.

We offer
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Salary:
$110,000 to $120,000 OR $90,000 to 95,000 + super + salary sacrificing (depending on the pathway)
• 1 extra week of annual leave + paid shut down period during Christmas up to 2 weeks
• $300 annually paid towards your fitness and health
• Flexibility at workplace
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities to work directly with Traditional Owners and community members.
• Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Work that truly matters, driving groundbreaking projects and strengthening Yinhawangka culture, history, and self-determination for decades to come.

How to apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and whether your background is more closely aligned with the Anthropologist pathway or the Digital Cultural Collections pathway. Applications from candidates with experience across both disciplines are particularly encouraged. Whether you're a qualified anthropologist, currently studying towards an anthropology qualification, or have experience in digital collections, cultural heritage or information management, we encourage you to apply.

We offer
adaptable pathways tailored to your qualifications, experience and career aspirations, with opportunities to develop your skills and grow within our Living Cultures team. To obtain a copy of the

Job Description
and for a confidential discussion, contact: [email protected] Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Applications will be assessed as they are received, and YAC reserves the right to close the advertisement early should a suitable candidate be identified.

📌 Anthropologist OR Digital Cultural Collections Officer (Perth)
🏢 Yinhawangka Aboriginal
📍 Perth