Anthropologist & Research Anthropologist
Job No:
19286
Location:
Geraldton, WA
- Excellent remuneration based on experience and qualifications plus salary sacrifice!
- Progressive and innovative Aboriginal organisation!
About the Organisation
Yamatji Marlpa Aboriginal Corporation (YMAC) is the native representative body for the Traditional owners of the Pilbara, Murchison and Gascoyne regions of Western Australia. The Corporation is run by an Aboriginal Board of Directors who are committed to protecting the Yamatji and Marlpa country by providing a range of professional services to their clients.
The Corporation's work includes:
- Legal representation and research to assist with native title claims
- Negotiating land use agreements
- Heritage protection services
- Community, economic and environmental projects
Representing 24 different groups, all with their own culture, language and traditions, YMAC covers over 1 million square kilometres, with offices in Geraldton, South Hedland, Karratha, Tom Price and Perth.
About the Opportunities
Yamatji Marlpa Aboriginal Corporation (YMAC) is currently seeking an Anthropologist AND Research Anthropologist to join their team in Geraldton.
As Anthropologist, the primary aim of the position will be to conduct anthropological research efficiently and effectively and ensure that research is reported effectively and accurately.
Reporting to the Senior Anthropologist, your day-to-day duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Undertaking connection research to serve as evidence for native title claims and other actions, and undertaking Heritage Surveys and prepare Heritage Survey Reports;
- Advising the Director of Research and Heritage and Senior Anthropologist/s on and providing input to agreements negotiations, future acts matters and other native title processes;
- Providing advice on the native title group issues and proposing strategies for resolution; and
- Completing timely and accurate information for Heritage and other anthropological reports in support of native title claims, adhereing to court set deadlines.
As Research Anthropologist, the primary aim of the position will be to assist with the preparation, management and organisation of anthropological research and to ensure that research is reported effectively and accurately.
Reporting to the Anthropologist/s, your day-to-day duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Assisting in the preparation and organisation of connection research to serve as evidence for native title claims and other actions;
- Providing research and administrative support including field research planning and logistical support, heritage survey planning and logistical support, claimant research enquiries, filing and research information management, and assisting in the drafting of written reports;
- Undertaking Heritage Surveys and preparing Heritage Survey Reports
- Under the supervision of Anthropologists, advising the organisation on native title research and Aboriginal heritage issues; and
- Completing timely and accurate information for Heritage and other anthropological reports in support of native title claims, adhering to court set deadlines.
The ideal candidate will have experience in organisational/administrative or logistics administration and an understanding of information management requirements.
Please note this position is a a fixed term position until the 30th June 2011.
The ideal candidate will have tertiary qualifications in Anthropology, preferably with Honours, or relevant post-graduate qualifications. Experience in working with Aboriginal people is also desirable.
A sound working knowledge of Anthropological theory and practice, strong understanding of Aboriginal cultures and heritage as well as Native Title and Aboriginal Heritage legislation is essential.
Additionally, you will have excellent verbal and written communications skills, strong organisational skills and be able to work cooperatively as part of team in diverse settings. You will also have sound judgement and analytical skills, personal drive and integrity with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
A current driver's licence is also required for both of these positions.
The successful candidates will be rewarded with excellent remuneration packages commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus salary sacrifice options.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative and supportive team that is dedicated to protecting the rights of Traditional Owners and their country.
This is your chance to further develop your skills with one of Australia's largest Aboriginal Corporations. APPLY NOW!