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Learning on Country Coordinator Position Description

Job title: Crocodile Islands Rangers Learning on Country Coordinator

Term: Full-time

Location: Yurrwi (Milingimbi Island) north-east

Remuneration: $70-87,000 + Super

Start Date: Immediate End Date: July 2021

Crocodile Islands Rangers –Milingimbi and Outstations Progress Resource Aboriginal Corporation (MOPRA)

The Crocodile Islands Rangers (CIR) manage the land and sea country of the Crocodile Islands, situated off the coast of north-east Arnhem Land. The CIR program was established in 2011 from an initial donation of royalty funding from Senior Traditional Owner and 2012 Senior Australian of the Year, Laurie Baymarwangga. The rangers are based in Milingimbi and are administered by the Milingimbi Outstations Progress Resource Aboriginal Corporation (MOPRA); an Executive Committee of Traditional Owners from the region governs the ranger program.

The Crocodile Islands Rangers diverse work plan includes marine debris clean-ups, weed and fire management, pest animal control and quarantine, cultural site management, sea country patrols and surveillance operations, biodiversity surveys, indigenous knowledge transfer and community engagement. Our Mission is to protect the health of our land and sea country, providing meaningful jobs on country, working together with the community, sharing knowledge, and keeping our culture and language alive and strong.

Learning on Country (LoC)

The Learning on Country program is a CIR facilitated program run in collaboration with the Milingimbi School. The LoC program is focused on a cross-cultural curriculum; the integration of Traditional Knowledge taught on country by rangers, Traditional Owners and community elders within the Curriculum Framework. The programs key objectives are the intergenerational teaching of Indigenous Knowledge on country, engaging students, improving numeracy and literacy, improving school attendance, preparing children for school readiness and providing pathways for successful transitions from school to further education or work.

The role

The role of the Learning on Country (LoC) Coordinator is to facilitate the planning, development and delivery of a program committed to intergenerational teaching of Indigenous Knowledge on country. The Coordinator works closely and collaboratively with rangers, teachers, cultural advisors, Traditional Owners and community elders to deliver a vibrant and culturally engaging LoC program.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver the LoC program in accordance with funding guidelines/MOU negotiated with the school • Work collaboratively with CIR cultural advisors to include specialist traditions, knowledge and experience into the program and negotiate access to country with landowners • Coordinate and manage the resources necessary to support the running of the program; harvesting of natural materials, ranger resources, vehicles and staff etc. • Convene LoC steering committee meetings, support the further development of the program and manage community expectations and engagement • Represent the Crocodile Island Rangers and the LoC program at conferences, regional meetings, training and other public occasions related to the program • The ongoing development of Learning on Country resources in collaboration with teachers aiming to embed cultural teachings within the schools curriculum framework • Deliver on reporting requirements in a timely manner, collecting and compiling accurate data that can be measured against key performance indicators and assess the programs outcomes • Maintain a good working relationship with LoC partners Milingimbi School, Department of Education and community representatives

Selection Criteria

Essential:

• The ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with youth and adults where English is a second language • Successful experience in a remote context, in particular the ability to resourcefully share knowledge or expertise and manage logistics • Demonstrated experience working in an cross cultural environment • Ability to balance Balanda and Yolngu expectations while delivering programs • Good communication and organisational skills • A current Working with Children Clearance Notice (Ochre Card) and NT drivers licence (or ability to obtain)

Desirable:

• Tertiary qualifications in land management, natural resource management or community/youth development or extensive related experience in one of these areas • Experience and understanding of the Learning on Country program and framework • Experience and qualifications in Training and assessment/teaching • Experience living and working in a remote Aboriginal community • ESOL qualifications

How to apply: • Please email your application, which should include your CV and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience relative to the selection criteria, to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Application: Learning on Country Coordinator’. • For further information contact John Skuja on 0413 916 616 [email protected]

Applications close 28 February 2019