Birriliburu Culture and Heritage Records Officer

Are you passionate about protecting culture preserving heritage and supporting Aboriginal communities to lead the way for future generations

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to work alongside the Birriliburu PeopleMartu people whose deep cultural ecological and spiritual connection to Country spans more than 40000 years.

Mungarlu Ngurrarankatja Rirraunkaja (Aboriginal Corporation) RNTBC (MNR) was established to hold and manage native title rights and interests in trust on behalf of the Birriliburu People.

We are now seeking a Birriliburu Culture and Heritage Records Officer who will be responsible for collecting organising and safeguarding cultural heritage and related materials that are essential to the Birriliburu Peoples legacy and future.

Youll work closely with MNRs Directors Cultural Heritage Advisor the Birriliburu community and service providers.

This position will be based in Perth with occasional travel to Wiluna. It is a part-time role of 22.5 hours per week worked flexibly between Monday and Friday during ordinary business hours. Final days and hours will be negotiated based on the preferred candidates needs and operational requirements. This position is offered as a maximum term contract for a period of 6 to 9 months with the final term to be determined through negotiation.

This is a chance to make a lasting impact by supporting the Birriliburu People in protecting Country culture and story.

What Were Looking For

Were seeking someone who brings a mix of cultural awareness practical skills and a genuine commitment to supporting Aboriginal communities. The ideal candidate will have:

Demonstrated cultural competency and previous experience working with Aboriginal people.

Skills and competence in project management including in meeting funding and financial reporting requirements and record keeping.

High level computer skills with competency using databases and file management software.

Ability to establish and maintain relationships across different cultural perspectives professional contexts and capabilities.

Ability to self-manage including the ability to prioritise tasks meet deadlines and use initiative.

Ability to engage effectively in multi-disciplinary teams and with stakeholders.

Ability to occasionally travel to Wiluna when required.

Current and valid Australian manual drivers licence.

National Police Clearance (not older than 6 months).

The salary range offered is between $80835 to $106965 per annum pro-rata plus superannuation depending on skills and experience. As a not-for-profit Central Desert offers salary packaging which can boost your take-home pay by reducing taxable income.

How to Apply

your cover letter along with your resume via Seek or alternatively in PDF format to

any job-related queries or to obtain a detailed Duty Statement please contact

Applications close at 5pm on Monday 16th February 2026.

While we would love to contact each applicant this is not always possible and we thank every applicant in advance for taking the time to apply.

Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the needs of our clients and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. This is authorised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.