* Part time/Fixed Term (1 year, extension expected)
* $140k for 1FTE ($85k for 0.6 FTE incl super)
* First Nations people are strongly encouraged to apply
Nalderun Education Aboriginal Corporation (Nalderun) is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander run and led community organisation. Based on Dja Dja Wurrung Country in Castlemaine, in Leanganook (Mount Alexander Shire), we have Uncle Rick Nelson as our Elder.
Nalderun is all about Learning through Culture, Country and Community. Through partnerships, programs and events, we teach about our ways and worldviews. Nalderun is a Djaara word which means 'all together', because we believe by moving forward together, we can make the change needed for our children, our mob and the wider community in the region to thrive.
We have been operating since 2009, became Incorporated in 2020, and are now a registered Charity and not-for-profit Corporation.
We are now seeking a skilled and culturally grounded Project Manager to lead the development of a significant new infrastructure project: the Me‐Mandook Galk Indigenous Education Place Build Project. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a culturally important build that will serve generations of First Nations Youth, families, and the broader community.
About the Role
The Project Manager will be responsible for delivering a Culturally significant infrastructure project - the successful development of an Indigenous Education Place on site at Me-Mandook Galk. This will include holding responsibility for large grants, staff and contractors to deliver the project on time and within budget.
The Project Manager will work closely with the CEO, Build Steering Group, Sites and Programs Overseers, Elders, Me Mandook Galk Bush Tucker Crew, and the broader community. Cultural integrity, two‐way learning, and respect for Nalderun's cyclical mentoring model are essential.
Key Responsibilities Relationship Management & Cultural Engagement
* Build strong, respectful relationships with Elders, Directors, staff, community members, neighbours, and partners.
* Work in alignment with Nalderun's cultural protocols, values, and cyclical mentoring model.
* Ensure all project decisions uphold cultural integrity and community expectations.
* Engage in two‐way learning and seek guidance from cultural authority when required.
* Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of the Indigenous Education Place Build Project from concept to completion.
* Oversee project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
* Conduct regular site inspections and ensure construction aligns with design intent and cultural requirements.
* Manage procurement processes, contracts, and consultant performance.
Contracts & Budget Management
* Administer all project-related funding contracts and ensure compliance with all funding requirements.
* Monitor and manage the project budget, including forecasting and reporting at the required frequency.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for grant bodies and external consultants.
Risk, Compliance & Safety
* Identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks, including cultural, operational, environmental, and WHS risks.
* Ensure compliance with legislation, building codes, planning requirements, and Nalderun's internal policies.
Documentation & Reporting
* Construction action plan
* Asset register
* Daily response system
* Maintenance plan
* Prepare timely grant reports and updates for the CEO and Steering Group
* Produce a final project evaluation report at project completion in collaboration with relevant internal Nalderun staff to present reports in creative and culturally grounded formats (videos)
Selection Criteria
We strongly encourage First Nations people to apply – First Nations people will be prioritised in our selection process. Non-First Nations people will be required to have or be willing to undertake First Nations Training including Anti‐Racist and Trauma Informed Healing Training.
* Demonstrated experience leading complex construction projects from start to finish.
* Demonstrated experience with complex budgeting, grant management, and project evaluation
* Qualifications in building construction, project management or other relevant areas
* Strong relationship management skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively both internally and externally in the community
* An understanding of effective risk management and a strong ability to solve problems proactively
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* The ability to work with minimal oversight and a high degree of autonomy while maintaining respect for Cultural authority and Nalderun's long‐term vision
* Experience working with First Nations people and communities
* A comprehensive understanding of the history and impact of colonisation, including dispossession, trauma, and impacts on Aboriginal people and their communities
For non‐First Nations candidates
* Willingness to undertake First Nations Training including Trauma‐Informed Healing Training.
* Commitment to attending the Castlemaine Self‐Reflection Conversation Series on white privilege and decolonising solidarity.
Other Requirements
* WWCC and National Police Check (or ability to obtain).
* A valid White Card
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