Programs Lead, Capacity Building

Program Lead Capacity Building Position DescriptionOverview of Eastern Maar Aboriginal CorporationThe Native Title Act 1993 (Cth) (NTA) requires that following a native title determination native title holders establish a Prescribed Body Corporate (PBC) to manage and protect their rights and interests. These corporations must incorporate under the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 (CATSI Act) and register with the National Native Title Tribunal (NNTT). Once registered they become a Registered Native Title Body Corporate (RNTBC).Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation (EMAC) was established in 2011 as an agent PBC following a positive consent determination by the Federal Court covering an area known as PART Bfrom Deen Maar (Lady Julia Percy Island) to Dunkeldshared with the Western Gunditjmara People represented by Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal 2023 a second determination expanded EMACs jurisdiction from Yambuk to Aireys Inlet reaching Middle Creek and Ararat and looping south to Dunkeld. EMAC is a formally recognised Registered Aboriginal Party (RAP) with responsibilities for protecting and managing cultural heritage across a broader area extending to Winchelsea and Landsborough. As the representative body for Eastern Maar citizens EMAC leads the advancement of native title rights and interests cultural heritage protection high-quality policy advice and initiatives aligned with the inherent rights aspirations and independence of its people. Purpose of the PositionThe purpose of the position is to lead and manage initiatives and projects that support the purpose and objectives of the Mana Developments Developments works in partnership with Eastern Maar Rights Holders to incubate grow and support culturally-driven services and enterprises that generate employment build capacity and promote sustainable economic development for Eastern Maar citizens and community aspirations set by the community as part of Meerreengeeye Ngakeepoorryeeyt the Eastern Maar Country Plan.A fundamental role of the position will be to engage widely with a range of key stakeholders including government and non-government agencies and most importantly with the Eastern Maar community. The role will identify and operationalise prioritised services and products through the research design modelling development and implementation Roles and ResponsibilitiesKey duties include:Manage a diverse and high-impact program of initiatives and projects that bring the Mana Developments Strategic Plan to life with a focus on capacity building activitiesWork with internal stakeholders (EMAC & the Eastern Maar Community) and external clients to define new and work with already identified business lines products and services as identified through the Economic Development Strategy and Mana Developments Strategic Plan and help bring these to fruition Lead the development and implementation of programs that strengthen the capacity of Eastern Maar and Mana Developments including facilitating programs where required Contract and project management: Prepare and manage service contracts engage and manage consultants manage project budgets prepare funding milestone reporting and provide regular updates and reports to various stakeholders including internal stakeholders and funding bodies as relevantLead the development of funding submissions when requested and secure additional sources of funding to support initiatives of Mana Developments Support and lead continuous improvement projects that optimise systems and business processes related to Mana Developments servicesDevelop and document policy procedure and processes to support new business lines products and servicesEnsure activities of Mana Developments align to the goals of Meerreengeeye Ngakeepoorryeeyt the Eastern Maar Country Plan and other strategies/documents that EMAC implements from time to in a multidisciplinary team environment and work autonomously including setting priorities and monitoring own workflows to deliver a timely and quality serviceGeneralProvide regular updates on opportunities challenges and issuesBe aware and adhere to The Privacy Act 1988 OH & S Legislation and other relevant aware and adhere to EMAC Policy and Procedure aware and participate in staff performance all mandatory training as other duties as may be directed or implied from time to Selection Criteria EssentialDegree in Business Community Development or other relevant project management skills with a focus on delivering value and outcomes managing multiple complex workstreams timelines and commercial acumen and business development experience with entrepreneurial results-driven mindset Ability to analyse market and other research and develop detailed plans and feasibility analysisDemonstrated success in launching or scaling new programs or service modelsEffective communicator with strong verbal written and interpersonal skills able to engage and influence diverse stakeholdersDemonstrated ability to prepare reports tailored to a variety of audiences and operational contexts. Proven ability to lead and manage people and build and maintain relationships with a range of and proactive team player with the ability to prioritise adapt consult and respond to dynamic in driving continuous improvement and managing organisational change across complex aware communicator respectful and effective in engaging with Eastern Maar Citizens and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities and planning skills with the ability to work through issues with moderate complexity and guide and/or coach others in the resolution of problems. Highly proficient in the use of computer and telecommunications Selection Criteria Desirable Strong understanding of the importance of Country to Traditional Owners recognising the Eastern Maar Peoples as the Traditional Owners of the south-west region of to and appreciation of Eastern Maar culture values perspectives and heritage including the impacts of colonisation and the importance of cultural understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal self-determination supporting the aspirations of the Eastern Maar position requirementsHolder of a Working with Children CheckHolder of a Current Victorian Drivers Licence. Undertaken a National Police Check for Employment Purposes within the last 3 monthsNote: A request to conduct probity checks does not guarantee an offer of with EMAC Our offer to youAt EMAC we are committed to fostering a supportive culturally safe and empowering work environment. When you join our team youll enjoy: Flexible hybrid working arrangements available Salary packaging benefits in accordance with the ATO-approved rates for Public Benevolent Institutions. Currently up to $15900 plus Meal and Entertainment benefits up to $2650 per year. Paid Christmas break in addition to 4 weeks annual leave Employee Assistance Program A friendly and supportive culture Professional development to applyTo apply send your resume and a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria to Ms. Bansri Dave HR Officer at Closing DateSunday 30 November 2025 at 11:59 PM.