Director RAP (Registered Aboriginal Party)

ABOUT US

The Taungurung Land and Waters Council (TLaWC) is the voice of the Taungurung people – a people with a strong sense of shared identity, self-determining in the management of Country and culture.

As a Registered Aboriginal Party, TLaWC upholds the interests of the Taungurung people with emphasis on economic, social and cultural well-being.

TLaWC’s focus is to preserve the past, protect the present and strengthen the future of the Taungurung Nation, which occupies a large part of Central Victoria.

Join us in this exciting chapter of the Taungurung story as we restore and build upon heritage for current and future generations of Taungurung people, uniting proudly beneath the sovereign flag in care for Country and community.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Director, RAP will be responsible for the overall management and execution of TLaWCs responsibilities under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 (AHA2006) in relation to cultural heritage.

Status: Full-Time

Location: Alexandra, Victoria

Term: Ongoing

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the development and implementation of a RAP Strategy that sets the vision and direction of the RAP team in relation to the management of Taungurung Aboriginal Heritage.
• Create an inspiring and supportive team environment with open communication
• Successfully coordinate the delivery of the legislative responsibilities of the Registered Aboriginal Party in relation to the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006
• Work to expand opportunities to activate rights outlined in the Burra Charter and UNDRIP2007
• Streamline systems and policies related to archaeological heritage management
• Annual budgeting, planning and strategic goal setting for the RAP team
• Upskilling and training staff to ensure we have a highly skilled cultural heritage team and diverse career development pathways
• Establish and maintain, in collaboration with other TLaWC Senior leaders, culturally informed research partnerships and programs.
• Provide specialist technical advice and advocacy in engaging with a range of stakeholders on Cultural Heritage management matters
• Identify external funding opportunities relating to the documentation, protection and management of cultural heritage

• Lead and support implementation of an effective OHSMS through allocation of required resources. Direct and support employees to contribute to the effectiveness of OHSMS

YOU WILL HAVE:

• Strong Leadership Skills
• Relevant qualifications such as; archaeology, Heritage Adviser, Community development Cultural and Natural Resource Management, conservation and land management are desired but not required
• Proven experience in developing and implementing strategic goals for business, department, and teams
• Knowledge of cultural heritage legislation, including the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 and CHMP processes
• Proven ability to work with Traditional Owners

BENEFITS AT TLAWC:

• Access to TLaWC pool vehicles
• Training and development opportunities
• Confidential EAP
• Contributing to useful and rewarding work and giving back to the community
• Working with a supportive and empowering team that are passionate about Traditional Owner rights and the health of Country

HOW TO APPLY

For Full Position description please visit https://taungurung.com.au/careers

Submit the following documents to jobs@tlawc.com.au;

• Document addressing the key selection criteria
• Resume
• Details of a professional referee

Closing Date: COB October 31st 2025