About The Role
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the General Manager – Capability & Education is a senior leadership role responsible for delivering YNL's 3C Futures Program and capability building stream —focused on creating pathways into education, training and sustainable employment for Yindjibarndi people.
You will lead employment development initiatives across YNL's Commercial (such us Yindjibarndi Energy, Yurra, Yindjibarndi Water and Jina (Rent a Car), Community and Cultural organisations, while building strong partnerships with training providers, industry and government.
This is a hands‐on leadership role combining community engagement, strategy, program delivery and stakeholder engagement in a regional and culturally grounded environment.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading delivery of the 3C Futures Program and achievement of key outcomes
* Establishing apprenticeships, traineeships, internships and structured employment pathways
* Working closely with Yindjibarndi Community Leaders and respective Community & Cultural Organisations
* Collaborating with existing providers on delivering education, literacy & workplace readiness programs
* Building and centralising partnerships with TAFE, RTOs, Industry partners and government
* Coordinating job placements, mentoring and emerging leader programs
* Monitoring, evaluation and reporting aligned to YNL's Social Impact Framework
About You
You are a confident, grounded leader with experience in community engagement, employment or educational programs and a strong commitment to practical outcomes.
Your experience working with Ngaarda organisations or communities will be highly regarded, as will your ability to operate effectively across complex stakeholder environments while remaining grounded in community needs.
You will bring:
* Demonstrated experience in capability building, community engagement, employment programs, training or education
* Proven success establishing apprenticeships, traineeships or job placement initiatives, ideally as a leader
* Strong stakeholder and partnerships development skills
* Sound understanding of TAFE, and RTO training systems
* Experience delivering programs across regional or remote contexts
* Tertiary qualifications in Community Development, Education or a related field
Why You Should Join Us!
Yindjibarndi Nation Limited is not a traditional service‐delivery organisation. We are a high‐performing, community and strategically led organisation with a clear mandate, strong governance and a culture of accountability.
Our work is grounded in self‐determination, and delivered with the same rigour, discipline and professionalism expected in complex commercial and government environments.
You will work alongside capable, motivated leaders and professionals who hold themselves — and each other, to a high standard. Under the leadership of Michael Woodley, a globally respected Yindjibarndi Traditional Owner leader and advocate for Indigenous economic self‐determination, YNL combines deep cultural authority with strong commercial and operational acumen.
This is an opportunity to do meaningful work properly, with clarity, structure, ambition and impact. We also offer:
* An Excellent remuneration package is available for the right candidate
* Housing assistance and relocation support provided
* Regular travel to Perth
* Family friendly - you won't ever have to miss one of your children's school assemblies or important appointment.
Apply Now!
To apply, send your application through seek or direct will commence shortlisting immediately and will close the advert once a candidate has been selected!
This is a Karratha or Roebourne residential role, and the successful applicant must be willing to relocate and live regionally in Karratha.
YNL is an Equal Employment Opportunity provider and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an unbiased, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation.
Ngaarda Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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