JOB INFORMATION KIT. Anthropologist. Principal Legal Officer/Senior Anthropologist CLASSIFICATION: KLC L6.0 L6.4 2 years, subject to funding

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1 JOB TITLE: Anthropologist BRANCH: NTSU/Legal Unit LOCATION: Broome RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal Legal Officer/Senior Anthropologist CLASSIFICATION: KLC L6.0 L6.4 CONTRACT: 2 years, subject to funding JOB INFORMATION KIT Anthropologist Background The Kimberley Land Council Aboriginal Corporation (KLC) is an association of Aboriginal people in the Kimberley region. It is a peak regional community organisation. The KLC was established in 1978 by Aboriginal people to work for the protection of traditional land and waters and is charged with the responsibility to protect, enhance and gain formal status (legal, social and political) for the customs, laws and traditions of Kimberley Traditional Owners. As the Federal Government recognised native title representative body for the Kimberley region, the KLC has statutory functions under the Native Title Act (Cth) In accordance with these functions, it assists Aboriginal people to obtain recognition of, and fully enjoy, their native title rights and interests. The KLC is conscious of the dynamic change taking place in contemporary Aboriginal society, and emphasises the role of Kimberley Traditional Owners, our members, and communities in managing that change. In this context, it is dedicated to the development of a modern, sophisticated and innovative service to our members and the community. An elected 32 member Board determines the organisation s priorities in all policy and operational matters. The Board, through the position of the Executive Director, monitors the progress of all KLC activities, and oversees the conduct of the organisation s affairs. The Chief Executive Officer has responsibility for the day to day operation and administration of the organisation. The Chief Executive Officer is assisted in discharging this responsibility by a management team and staff with diverse skills and experience. The work associated with the various functions of the organisation is undertaken by teams consisting of native title officers, legal officers, land and sea management staff, administrative support staff and others located in Broome, Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Kununurra and a number of remote Ranger bases.

2 The Land and Sea Management Unit (LSMU) The KLC Land and Sea Management Unit is working with Traditional Owners (TO) to look after, manage and take control of their Native Title country. The LSMU works in partnership with community organisations, industry and government, and currently manages over 30 project and administration staff, 80 waged Aboriginal Rangers and hundreds of casual employees across the Kimberly region. LSMU projects include on ground cultural and natural resource management projects, cultural heritage site management, recording traditional knowledge and planning for country. The LSMU s activities are a positive way for Kimberley Traditional Owners to meet their cultural responsibilities and aspirations for managing traditional homelands, protecting and passing on knowledge to future generations and creating a sustainable cultural economy across Native Title lands. Healthy Country Plans have been developed by Native Title Holders and set the strategic long term direction for management of their country. The implementation of Healthy Country Plans are delivered through the two main facets of the LSMU; Ranger groups and Indigenous Protected Areas. Kimberley Ranger Network (KRN) In 2007 KLC received significant funding which allowed establishment of the Kimberley Ranger Network (KRN). The main funder of the KRN is the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC). Other funding comes from self generated income and the Federal Government s Department of Environment. The KRN facilitates 13 communitybased Ranger groups working Native Title country. Ranger groups engage in cultural & natural resource management projects on country, and receive direction from Traditional Owners through Healthy Country Advisory Committees. DPMC currently funds the 10 full time Ranger groups to deliver on annual work plans in their Native Title areas. Each Ranger group is based in remote communities on country and employ people from their native title group. Groups can range in size between 4 to 12 people. Kimberley Indigenous Protected Areas (IPAs) The Indigenous Protected Area (IPA) Program is a Commonwealth Program also based within the DPMC. The IPA model has seen significant uptake in the Kimberley as it allows Traditional Owners to decide on their priorities for managing country. The consultation planning projects run at the community s pace resulting in the development of Healthy Country Plans that guide future works on cultural and environmental assets, which in turn have social benefits for communities. IPA s create a mechanism through which partnerships are facilitated to achieve cultural and natural resource management. The outcomes are beneficial to both local communities and the Australian nation, with many IPAs declared over areas of high biodiversity value. The IPA program has been operating in the Kimberley since 2002 with the first declaration of the Paruku IPA, followed by Warlu Jilajaa Jumu IPA in 2008 and the Uunguu IPA in The Land and Sea Management Unit has taken the lead role in facilitation of these projects. A further six IPAs have been declared in in the past 3 years across Balanggarra, Wilinggin, Dambimangari, Karajarri, Bardi Jawi and Wilinggin native title country. Together they represent northern Australia s largest conservation corridor and make a significant contribution to the National Reserve System.

3 DUTY STATEMENT The Anthropologist is responsible for assisting in and undertaking effective anthropological research in accordance with the Native Title Act and the Kimberley Land Councils priorities, policies and procedures. Duties: 1. Provide anthropological advice to the Principal Legal Officer, Senior Anthropologist, KLC Board, Traditional Owners, and other KLC staff on the research required for, and the conduct of, native title claims, future act matters, Aboriginal heritage, and land/sea management projects; 2. Consult with Traditional Owners on women s cultural matters; 3. Enhance native title holders understanding of native title issues and work with Prescribed Bodies Corporate on a range of governance matters. 4. Under the supervision of the Senior Anthropologist, assist with the management of external consultant anthropologists. 5. Under the supervision of the Senior Anthropologist, assist with anthropological research for native title claims, and work with Traditional Owners, lawyers, consultant anthropologists, and other staff in the preparation of native title connection material (including fieldwork). 6. Under the supervision of the Senior Anthropologist, work with KLC staff, traditional owners and Prescribed Bodies Corporate to implement the KLC s Transfer of Native Title Materials Policy. 7. Undertake archival and library research for native title, heritage and future act matters. 8. Work with relevant KLC staff to ensure the records gathered in the process of preparing native title claims are appropriately catalogued, stored and updated. 9. Provide reports to the Senior Anthropologist and PLO for the development and monitoring of the KLC Strategic Plan, Operational Plan and Annual Report; 10. Participate in KLC Regional Teams planning and activities; 11. Participate in staff performance management processes; 12. Ensure that all the above duties are being carried out in accordance with KLC policies and procedures; and 13. Undertake other tasks and duties relevant to this position as required by the Kimberley Land Council;

4 SELECTION CRITERIA Please note that it is essential your application addresses each of the selection criteria by providing information about your qualifications, experience and skills as they relate to each one. Essential: 1. Tertiary qualifications in Anthropology, with a minimum degree of honours; 2. Knowledge of the Native Title Act and the native title process in Western Australia; 3. Applied anthropological fieldwork in an Indigenous context. 4. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal society and culture and contemporary issues, and demonstrated ability to work sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal people. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 6. Good organisational skills, the ability to work well with limited supervision, set individual priorities and be an effective member of a cross-disciplinary team; 7. Current valid driver's license (manual), willingness to travel long distances for work in a car. Desirable: 8. Proficiency in managing genealogical databases such as Family Tree Maker and the Master Genealogist; 9. Four Wheel Drive Experience. HOW TO APPLY Your application must include: A covering letter introducing yourself and explaining why you have applied for this position. A detailed response to the selection criteria Your current resume Applications for this position are to be received no later than 5:00pm Friday 19 th August, 2016 Applications may be sent electronically to hr@klc.org.au Alternatively you may address applications to: Human Resources Officer Kimberley Land Council PO Box 2145 Broome WA 6725

5 SALARY & CONDITIONS Salary Level L6.0 $67, District allowance (Broome non dependant rate) $6, Housing assistance (average amount) $8, Air conditioning subsidy (average annual amount) $1, Annual travel allowance $1, TOTAL CASH COMPONENT $86, Superannuation 9.5% $6, TOTAL EMPLOYMENT PACKAGE $93, Award Employment conditions are in accordance with the Kimberley Land Council Enterprise Agreement. Salary A base salary range of L6.0 $67, to L6.4 $81, per annum negotiated with regard to skills and qualifications. District allowance A district allowance is in addition to the salary figure. The allowance for the Shire of Broome is currently $6, no dependants or $10,315 with dependants. Dependants are classified as a child under the age of 16 living at home, children up to the age of 25 studying fulltime and living at home, dependant partner. Air conditioning subsidy As per the Kimberley Land Council Enterprise Agreement, an employee will be entitles to receive a subsidy for air conditioning at the rate of 17.21c per unit as follows: Dependants No Dependants September 640 units per month 640 units per month October through April 1600 units per month 1120 units per month Residential Accommodation Entitlements Where an employee is renting a house in the Kimberley the Land Council will pay up to 36% rental subsidy up to a maximum claimable rental of $1500 fortnightly upon application and qualification by the employee. Salary Sacrifice Our salary sacrificing options are provided by RACV Salary Solutions. As the Kimberley Land Council is a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) we can offer flexible packaging of up to $18,450 per year as well as additional Remote Area Benefits which include the ability to salary sacrifice partial mortgage and rent payments. Please visit for more information. Hours of Work: This position is required to work 37.5 hours per week, working on average 7.5 hours per day. Overtime: All overtime must be approved by your manager and will be accrued as TOIL (time off in lieu). Annual Leave: Employees will be entitled to five weeks (25 DAYS) annual leave. In addition you will receive a 17.5% loading. After a minimum of twelve months continuous service an employee located in the Kimberley is entitled to an annual travel reimbursement of $1300 per annum payable on a reimbursement basis on the provision of receipts.

6 Personal Leave: You will be entitled to (15) fifteen personal leave days per year. This is cumulative from year to year but is not paid out on termination of employment. Long Service Leave: Thirteen (13) weeks after seven (7) continuous years of service (excluding any periods of leave without pay). Pro rata long service leave may be taken after five (5) continuous years of service again excluding any periods of leave without pay. Superannuation: Superannuation Guarantee: KLC currently contributes 9.5% of fortnightly salary. Probationary Period: A three-month probationary period is applicable to this position. The period of probation can be extended by the manager/supervisor for an additional period of no greater than three months. Performance Reviews: Reviews are undertaken annually by the Manager. Code of Conduct: Ensure professional conduct is of the highest standard in accordance with KLC s Code of Conduct and policies as adopted and modified from time to time.