• Build partnerships with Traditional Custodians to support caring for Country
• Protect ecosystems and wildlife through collaborative conservation efforts
• Flexible Location - Perth or Mid/South-West WA preferred | Full-time/Part-time

About the Organisation

Bush Heritage Australia (BHA) is a leading not-for-profit conservation organisation dedicated to protecting ecosystems, wildlife, and cultural heritage across the continent. Founded in 1991, BHA owns and manages a network of conservation reserves and works in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and others to create sustainable, collaborative conservation solutions.

By 2030, Bush Heritage aims to strengthen a growing number of Aboriginal partnerships, double the land it owns and manages, and enhancing biodiversity on agricultural land. Guided by values of harmony, possibility, learning, and impactful action, Bush Heritage is committed to protecting Country for future generations.

Benefits and Culture

• Salary range: $87,339 - $106,747 + Super
• Flexibility in work arrangements, including remote work opportunities
• Generous leave provisions (annual, family, cultural, parental)
• Opportunities for professional growth and involvement in innovative conservation programs
• Indigenous senior leadership and board members

The Role

As an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships Manager, you will lead and support regional staff in strengthening relationships with Traditional Custodians. You will champion Bush Heritage’s commitment to a “right-way” approach to Caring for Country by fostering respectful partnerships, supporting conservation initiatives, and contributing to Aboriginal cultural capability across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and deepening partnerships with Traditional Custodians in mid-west and south-west WA
• Supporting reserve and landscape managers to engage effectively with Traditional Custodians
• Facilitating Healthy Country Planning and co-developing conservation programs with Aboriginal partners
• Collaborating with philanthropy and corporate teams to secure resources for partnership growth
• Regular travel to regional and remote areas to build and maintain relationships

Skills and Experience

You are a natural community networker who has strong connections in mid/south-west Western Australia, with a commitment to caring for country and nature conservation. You engage and build respectful, meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and have an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal peoples in contemporary Australia.

Your background includes working with government, businesses, or NGOs to foster partnerships that empower Traditional Custodians. Additionally, you may have experience in remote communities, and an understanding of conservation planning.

This vacancy is open to all persons, but eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants will be assessed first, and offered the vacancy if they meet the essential selection criteria and are suitable for the position.

Formal education and qualifications matter less than experience, excellence, initiative and drive. If a couple of these criteria speak to you, you could be who we’re looking for and we’d love for you to send us a resume and cover letter telling us about you.

Please apply by clicking 'Apply Now' or contact Kelly Gentle on 02 8243 0570 with any specific questions.

Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

NGO Recruitment values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go ahead and apply.