ABOUT THE ROLE:
Based in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, this role involves conducting high-quality anthropological research in line with the Native Title Act and Kimberley Land Council's strategic priorities and policies. This fixed-term role is ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact while working for a respected organisation known for delivering positive outcomes for communities across the Kimberley. If you're passionate about native title, cultural heritage, and community-focused work, we'd love to hear from you. This position operates out of Broome KLC office with regular travel throughout the Kimberley region.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
DUTIES
• Provide anthropological advice to the Principal Lawyer, Senior Anthropologist, KLC Board, Traditional Owners and other KLC staff on the research required for and the conduct of, native title claims, future act matters, Aboriginal heritage and land/sea management projects;
• Enhance native title holders' understanding of native title issues and work with Prescribed Bodies Corporate on a range of governance matters;
• Under the supervision of the Senior Anthropologist, assist with the management of external consultant anthropologists;
• Under the supervision of the Senior Anthropologist, assist with anthropological research for native title claims and work with Traditional Owners, lawyers, consultant anthropologists and other staff in the preparation of native title connection material (including fieldwork);
• Under the supervision of the Senior Anthropologist, work with KLC staff, traditional owners and Prescribed Bodies Corporate to implement the KLC's Transfer of Native Title Materials Policy;
• Undertake archival and library research for native title, heritage and future act matters;
• Work with relevant KLC staff to ensure the records gathered in the process of preparing native title claims are appropriately catalogued, stored and updated;
• Provide reports to the Senior Anthropologist and Principal Lawyer for the development and monitoring of the KLC Strategic Plan, Operational Plan and Annual Report;
• Participate in KLC Regional Teams planning and activities;
• Participate in staff performance management processes.
COMPLIANCE
• Actively embrace and integrate KLC's vision, mission and values into the role and model appropriate behaviours;
• Work collaboratively with management and staff across the business in support of KLC's strategic objectives;
• Maintain a professional approach in the workplace;
• Comply with all internal KLC policies and procedures
• Adhere to relevant legislative requirements including and not limited to the Fair Work Act, Work Health and Safety Act and the EEO Act;
• Continuously identify and implement opportunities for improvement; and
• Other tasks as directed by authorised KLC personnel or representatives
SELECTION CRITERIA:
**Please provide a written response to the below selection criteria. Applications failing to do so will not be considered*
Essential
* Degree in Anthropology, with honours;
* Knowledge of the Native Title Act and the native title process in Western Australia;
* Significant demonstrated knowledge, understanding and respect of Aboriginal customs, society and culture and contemporary issues facing Indigenous people in contemporary Australian society.
* Demonstrated ability to work sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal people, communities and organisations to ensure all work produced and undertaken is culturally safe and appropriate;
* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
* Ability to work effectively in a cross-disciplinary and inter-cultural team and in a collaborative environment;
* Confidence in using Microsoft Office, in particular Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel;
* Good organisational skills, the ability to work well with limited supervision, set individual priorities, meet deadlines and work under pressure; and
* Current valid driver's license (manual), ability to travel long distances (often overnight) for work in a car and by air and experience or willingness to undertake remote area fieldwork consultations with Aboriginal people.
Desirable
* Applied anthropological fieldwork in an Indigenous context;
* Proficiency in managing genealogical databases such as Roots Magic, Family Tree Maker and the Master Genealogist;
* Experience in the use of GIS Software;
* Four Wheel Drive Experience.
Please note: the willingness to undergo Police and Working with Children Checks are essential requirements for this role.
HOW TO APPLY
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Upload a copy of your current resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
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APPLICATIONS TO BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 5PM, MONDAY 3 NOVEMBER 2025
ABOUT THE KIMBERLEY LAND COUNCIL
Covering the Kimberley region of northern Westerns Australia, the Kimberley Land Council (KLC) commenced in 1978 and was formed by Kimberley Aboriginal people as a political land rights organisation. It has become the peak Indigenous body in the Kimberley, working with Aboriginal people to secure native title recognition, conduct conservation and land management activities and develop cultural business enterprises.
We reserve the right to commence recruitment proceedings immediately and to close this advertisement early should a suitable candidate be found.
The Kimberley Land Council is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage women and people from culturally diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds to apply.