About Us

FORM Building a State of Creativity Limited (FORM) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation based in Claremont and our purpose is to be a leader in developing a vibrant creative economy for the benefit and wellbeing of all Western Australian communities.

Through a process of co-creation, we amplify the voices of Aboriginal people in an expression of their living continuous cultural heritage. We work to build a cultural and creative ecology in Western Australia that values artistic excellence, improves arts access for all, and encourages resilient and vibrant communities.

FORM is well-known for delivering significant cultural tourism projects and creative experiences in collaboration with key strategic partners, including Ngurra Kuju Walyja — One Country One People — The Canning Stock Route Project; Tracks We Share: Contemporary Art of the Pilbara; and Thomas Dambo’s Giants of Mandurah. We also manage FORM Gallery in Perth and Spinifex Hill Studio and Project Space in South Hedland.

The Opportunity

The Community Engagement Specialist is a newly created role and will be a key part of the Cultural Tourism team, focusing on community-led programs of capacity building and community development across Western Australia, working in collaboration with the wider FORM team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with Aboriginal communities of the Pilbara.
• Use community engagement strategies to gain an understanding of issues of importance, key challenges, current capacity, and opportunities of relevance to inform significant projects.
• Establish and oversee a governance framework and a continuous review and improvement process.
• Design and oversee a cultural liaison program and support training and development opportunities for Aboriginal people in the region.

What you'll need to get you started

• Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal communities and stakeholders
• A deep understanding of cultural sensitivity and knowledge of cultural protocols.
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practice community engagement methodologies.
• Knowledge of the contemporary Aboriginal art sector including the Pilbara.
• An understanding of cultural tourism principles, trends, and best practices.
• Familiarity with frontline management, conflict resolution, and/or leadership theory.
• Tertiary qualification in arts management, tourism, or related discipline.
• Minimum two (2) years' of experience in stakeholder engagement for major projects.
• Project management or related certifications are desirable.
• National Police Clearance and a valid Driver's license.

Desirable Qualifications

• IAP2 Certification
• ICIP protocol training

What Next?

Read the position description available via Dropbox: here.

Submit the following:

• A cover letter response to the key criteria, as outlined within the position description
• Your current CV
• A copy of your qualifications

Queries: Contact Sarah Ferguson (Senior HR Advisor) at [email protected] or call +61 (08) 9385 2200, using the subject line: Community Engagement Specialist - Pilbara enquiry via EthicalJobs.

FORM reserves the right to close this opportunity earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

FORM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians throughout Western Australia both past and present, whose enduring connection to this Country and ongoing contributions to our collective culture and communities we respect and honour. We appreciate and are deeply grateful for the privilege of working on these lands.