Stewardship Officer - First Nations

Description:

Hills and Fleurieu Landscape Board
Job reference: 662811
Location: 5251 - MOUNT BARKER
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
This position is open to applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent only.
Are you passionate about nature conservation and the environment? Join us in safeguarding South Australia’s landscapes—apply today! 1 x Full-time, 2 year position
The Stewardship Officer (First Nations) plays a vital role in restoring landscapes and embedding First Nations perspectives in land management. Your work will involve providing guidance, sharing knowledge, and connecting land managers with the right people and resources to care for land, water, and nature.
As The Stewardship Officer (First Nations), You Will
Work within our Stewardship Team to help land managers connect with people and knowledge to improve land, water, and nature management. Provide education and raise awareness about cultural heritage and First Nations land management through field days, fact sheets, media articles, and presentations. Contribute to the development of cultural heritage awareness and management protocols. Support community education on pest plant and animal control, watercourse and dam management, and sustainable land practices. Apply a First Nations lens to communications, including publications, social media, presentations, and workshops. Work with the First Nations Partnerships Officer to build strong relationships with Peramangk, Kaurna, and Ngarrindjeri organisations and communities, involving them in landscape management decisions.
About You:-
You have experience engaging and working effectively with First Nations people and organisations. You bring strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences. You excel at building and maintaining meaningful relationships with land managers, communities, and stakeholders. You have experience coordinating events, delivering presentations, and sharing knowledge in accessible ways. You are skilled in collaborating with teams and working towards shared goals. You have experience in cultural heritage, land management, or community engagement.
If you’re ready to make a real impact in cultural and environmental stewardship, we’d love to hear from you!
The Details
One full-time (37.5 hrs/per week) position. Two year term position available immediately. Located in Mount Barker, South Australia
Remuneration
ASO4 - $76,561 - $80,256 per annum
What We Offer
Flexible Work: Enjoy diverse and rewarding work with flexible arrangements, including work from home options and field work. Supportive Culture: Thrive in a nurturing environment with plenty of learning and development opportunities. Salary Benefits: Benefit from attractive SA Government salary sacrifice options
Special Conditions
This role has been identified as an Aboriginal role in accordance with Section 56 (2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) and Section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975; it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be a First Nations and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This role has been designated a Position of Trust pursuant to the standards required in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework and requires a satisfactory National Police Clearance prior to employment. Australian residency or current work permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
How To Apply
For further information and the Role Description please refer to the links below.
Applicants must apply through I Work for SA and submit a current CV and letter of application (maximum 2 pages), addressing their suitability and interest in the role and must include the name, email address and contact number of two current referees.
Applicants are to submit a completed Pre-Employment Declaration as part of their application.
Enquiries
Caroline Dorr
Team Leader, Communications and Regional Engagement
Phone: 0408 000 842
E-mail: caroline.dorr@sa.gov.au
About Hills And Fleurieu Landscape Board
Hills and Fleurieu Landscape Board is one of nine regional landscape boards in South Australia. Our goal is to support local communities and land managers in managing soils, water, pests, and biodiversity. Funded through local landscape and water levies, our work is reinvested into regional priority projects and programs, bolstered by additional Australian Government funding, to protect and enhance our productive and natural landscapes.
Join us in making a difference. For more information, visit www.landscape.sa.gov.au/hf.
Click here to see what a career with Landscape Boards of South Australia looks like.
Applications close: 27/04/2025 6:00 PM
Attachments
ASO4 Stewardship Officer - First Nations - 2025 - FINAL.pdf Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.