Trust for Nature is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to protecting nature in Victoria. Our vison is that Victoria’s most threatened native plants and wildlife are protected for future generations. To achieve this, we work closely with private landholders, government, organisations, Traditional Owners and businesses to help restore, protect and manage biodiversity on private land.

Our team is made up of passionate people who work with communities throughout Victoria and take practical action to care for and nurture nature. Together, we can make a difference to Victoria’s natural environment, would you like to join us?

In 2022 the Trust for Nature Board made a commitment for Trust for Nature to facilitate a transfer of ownership of Neds Corner Station to its Traditional Owners—the First People of the Millewa-Mallee Aboriginal Corporation (FPMMAC). This decision represents a major contribution to self-determination for Aboriginal Victorians, and the largest transfer of private land in Victoria to Traditional Owners

The Senior Biodiversity and Cultural Heritage Advisor is responsible for providing leadership and advice on conservation, ecological and cultural heritage matters for the transfer of ownership of Neds Corner to the First Peoples of the Millewa Mallee Aboriginal Corporation (FPMMAC).

Reporting to the Neds Corner Transition Project Manager, the key responsibilities of this role include:

• In partnership with FPMMAC and DELWP, support the roadmap design for the transfer that incorporates best practice examples of Indigenous governance and land management across Australia;
• Enhance Trust for Nature’s existing Conservation Action Plan (CAP) for Neds Corner to develop cultural heritage management objectives into the CAP in partnership with FPMMAC
• Facilitating and advising the co-design process with FPMMAC that seeks to establish an appropriate covenant to protect the conservation and cultural values of Neds Corner in perpetuity;
• Representing Trust for Nature in obtaining external approvals necessary to facilitate the transfer of Neds Corner to FPMMAC;
• Representing Trust for Nature in external stakeholder engagement that relates to the transfer of Neds Corner to FPMMAC.
• Independently lead technical investigations and provide scientific, technical specialist advice and recommendations for action

We are searching for someone with a background in ecologically with speciality experience in the following areas;

• Proven experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations
• Knowledge and understanding of best practice examples of Indigenous governance and land management across Australia
• Relevant ecological and cultural heritage work experience and qualifications
• Project management and technical problem-solving, usually under limited direction
• High-level report writing skills
• Demonstrated experience in independently preparing scientific, technical and specialist advice
• Relevant expertise in leading complex co-design processes
• A understanding  of  the  ecological  features  of  the  Neds  Corner  property  is  highly

A base salary of $90,936 – $103,175 p.a plus 10.5% superannuation. Please note this is a 24 month fixed term contract position based in Melbourne.

Please send in your resume along with a cover letter that responds to the key selection criteria of the position description to recruitment@tfn.org.au

Applications will close on Sunday 3 July, however we intend to move quickly with this role and will be reviewing applications as they come through.

Trust for Nature is committed to building a inclusive workplace and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Please note, a National Police Check is required to be conducted as part of the selection process, our practices are inclusive and based on equal opportunity principles. A positive result from a police check would only preclude employment in certain circumstances.

Trust for Nature is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees consistent with the Trust obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic).Therefore, there is a requirement that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (or be exempt from vaccination due to medical reasons) in order to undertake duties outside of their homes. Prior to commencement of employment with the Trust you will need to provide evidence that you are vaccinated against COVID-19.

If you need further information please contact us at recruitment@tfn.org.au using the subject line: Senior Biodiversity and Cultural Heritage Advisor

Trust for Nature is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to protecting nature in Victoria. Our vison is that Victoria’s most threatened native plants and wildlife are protected for future generations. To achieve this, we work closely with private landholders, government, organisations, Traditional Owners and businesses to help restore, protect and manage biodiversity on private land.

Our team is made up of passionate people who work with communities throughout Victoria and take practical action to care for and nurture nature. Together, we can make a difference to Victoria’s natural environment, would you like to join us?

In 2022 the Trust for Nature Board made a commitment for Trust for Nature to facilitate a transfer of ownership of Neds Corner Station to its Traditional Owners—the First People of the Millewa-Mallee Aboriginal Corporation (FPMMAC). This decision represents a major contribution to self-determination for Aboriginal Victorians, and the largest transfer of private land in Victoria to Traditional Owners.

The Project Manager for the Neds Corner Transition project is a critical position with the responsibility of leading the transfer of Neds Corner to FPMMAC. The position will work in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to deliver key project milestones.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Project implementation and risk management, including planning, budgeting, monitoring and reporting
• Provide expert guidance on navigating complex land transfer matters, including legal matters
• Advising on project legal risks, land justice issues and property transfer processes
• Briefing and liaising with legal firms to gain external legal expertise and advice
• Coordinate internal and external resources, ensuring the project remains within scope, schedule, and defined budgets, in collaboration with staff from various functional departments
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including FPMMAC

We are searching for someone with both Project Manager expertise and a background in land transfer matters who possesses (eligible to obtain) a Victorian Legal Practicing Certificate that is not subject to supervised practice requirements. The successful applicant will also bring:

• Experience in independent management of complex or sensitive legal matters;
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations
• An understanding of land transfer and / or experience in property transactions
• Project management expertise including reporting on key milestone achievement, demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and attention to detail;
• Knowledge and practical experience in property law, preferable outside of a law firm environment
• Familiarity with the environmental or nature conservation sector and will be highly advantageous

A base salary of $104,922 – $115,936 p.a plus 10.5% superannuation. Please note this is a 24 month full time fixed term contract position located in Melbourne.

Please send in your resume along with a cover letter that responds to the key selection criteria of the position description to recruitment@tfn.org.au

Applications will close on Sunday 3 July, however we intend to move quickly with this role and will be reviewing applications as they come through.

Trust for Nature is committed to building a inclusive workplace and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Please note, a National Police Check is required to be conducted as part of the selection process, our practices are inclusive and based on equal opportunity principles. A positive result from a police check would only preclude employment in certain circumstances.

Trust for Nature is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees consistent with the Trust obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic).Therefore, there is a requirement that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (or be exempt from vaccination due to medical reasons) in order to undertake duties outside of their homes. Prior to commencement of employment with the Trust you will need to provide evidence that you are vaccinated against COVID-19.

If you need further information please contact us at recruitment@tfn.org.au using the subject line: Project Manager