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Strategic Aboriginal Heritage Assessments (SAHA) Coordinator

Ballarat, VictoriaRemoteFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-10-22
Hybrid

Core

Lead the delivery of the Strategic Aboriginal Heritage Assessments (SAHA) Program to integrate Aboriginal Cultural Heritage considerations into early land use planning and project development across Wadawurrung Country.

Role type

Project Coordinator for Aboriginal Cultural Heritage

Builds

Strategic heritage planning advice and protected cultural values

Domain

Aboriginal Cultural Heritage / Land Use Planning / Environmental Management

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Project coordination, stakeholder engagement, field survey support, workshop facilitation, project documentation, risk management, report writing

Preferred skills

Tertiary qualifications in archaeology or cultural heritage management, experience in Victoria, experience with government agencies and Traditional Owner groups

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee the delivery of Strategic Aboriginal Heritage Assessments; Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and reporting requirements; Liaise with government agencies, developers, planning authorities, consultants, and Traditional Owners; Support and coordinate field survey activities and Cultural heritage assessments; Ensure project outcomes align with Wadawurrung Cultural values, governance processes, and strategic objectives; Facilitate workshops, meetings, and community engagement activities; Manage project documentation, reporting, and data collection; Support the preparation of recommendations and strategic heritage planning advice; Monitor project risks and opportunities and implement continuous improvement initiatives