Play a pivotal role in supporting respectful, culturally informed and enduring relationships between Parks Victoria and Traditional Owners!
- Help shape the future of Country through Traditional Owner partnerships
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Drive meaningful outcomes across the iconic Gariwerd landscape
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Support self-determination through collaborative land management
About the role
As the Traditional Owner Partnerships Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting respectful, culturally informed and enduring relationships between Parks Victoria and Traditional Owners across the Gariwerd Biocultural Landscape.
Working closely with Traditional Owners, Regional Operations teams and the Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division, you will coordinate engagement activities and partnership programs that ensure Traditional Owner knowledge, values and aspirations are embedded into park management, recovery programs and operational delivery.
You will lead stakeholder engagement initiatives, support cultural land management outcomes, contribute to governance and reporting processes, and help build organisational capability in Traditional Owner partnerships.
About the Team
The Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division provides strategic direction and culturally informed advice to support meaningful partnerships with Traditional Owners across Victoria.
We are a collaborative, values-driven team committed to advancing Aboriginal self-determination, cultural safety and shared decision-making. We work closely with Traditional Owners, Aboriginal communities and Parks Victoria teams to deliver outcomes that respect culture, strengthen partnerships and support the future management of Country.
We're looking for someone with:
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Demonstrated experience delivering Traditional Owner engagement, partnership or community engagement initiatives, ideally within public land, natural resource management or a related environment.
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Strong knowledge of Traditional Owner rights, self-determination principles, joint management frameworks and the Traditional Owner Settlement Act 2010.
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Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with Traditional Owners, Aboriginal communities, government agencies and diverse stakeholders.
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Excellent leadership, communication and project management skills, including experience coordinating programs, managing competing priorities and delivering outcomes within agreed budgets and timeframes.
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Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in engagement, environmental management, conservation, business management or a related field, along with a current Victorian Driver Licence.
Your application will need to include:
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A Current Resume
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A Cover Letter
Application Close date: 23rd July 2026
Sound like you?
For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Michael Smith on
[email protected] or apply online!
If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.
Employment Requirements
Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.
This is an identified position. Special measures will be applied to applicants who are Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples; however, all applicants are eligible and encouraged to apply.
