General Manager Sovereignty & Culture

Who We Are

In 1995, four tribes lodged overlapping native title claims across the Bundaberg Region, spanning from Gladstone to the Auburn Range near Monto and the Burrum River – covering 19,500 square kilometres of land and 26,600 square kilometres of sea. After 17 years, the Bailai, Gurang, Gooreng Gooreng and Taribelang Bunda peoples joined forces and successfully established one united corporation – Port Curtis Coral Coast Ltd. Since consent determination was granted in 2017, the PCCC, now referred to as FNBGGGTB (First Nations Bailai, Gurang, Gooreng Gooreng, Taribelang Bunda People) and representing around 5000 common law holders, has grown to comprise a group of charitable entities consisting of RNTBC (Registered Native Title Body Corporate managing native title rights and interests), PCCC Trust, (managing and investing income and property), and the DevCo (Development Corporation which operationalises strategic priorities).
 

Our Values

The traditional Aboriginal values of Caring, Sharing and Respect for our land, our people and our environment form the foundation of our culture, belief system, customs and practices:

• We Care for the physical, spiritual, cultural, emotional, social and economic security, peace of mind and well being of our people.
• We Share a strong passion and commitment to move beyond ignorance, fear, denial, hurt and blame to build pride and dignity and restore balance and harmony among our people through genuine social, educational, cultural and economic participation and growth.
• We Respect the diversity, strengths, rights and expectations of our people and remain resolute in our dedication and commitment to strengthening our Shared Future - United in Focus, Spirit, Culture and Identity

The Opportunity

The position of the General Manager Sovereignty and Culture will include the establishment and implementation of the Sovereignty and Culture Business Unit and will ultimately be responsible for building a culturally appropriate, equitable and efficient Cultural Heritage division with a strong capacity to respond to Future Acts, as well as projecting the 4 nations to self-determination.
 
Responsible to the Chief Executive and Board, the key responsibilities will include:

 
Leadership and Strategy

• Development and implementation of strategies for the Sovereignty and Culture unit to support the strategic objectives.
• Provide leadership, mentorship and guidance to the Sovereignty and Culture team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the business on matters relating to cultural heritage and sovereignty.

Statutory and Compliance Management

• Provide coordination and administrative support for all FNBGGGTB Future Act notifications
• Oversee statutory cultural heritage management tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of assessments and compliance with legal requirements.
• Manage the organisation’s Future Act and cultural business records management system.

 
Stakeholder Engagement

• Influence, negotiate and liaise with internal stakeholder, government and external stakeholders to build and support business and commercial relationships
• Identify external funding opportunities relevant to the Sovereignty and Culture Unit and supporting the strategic direction of the FNBGGGTB Group of Companies

 
What You Will Bring

• Relevant qualifications such as Native Title, Cultural Heritage and Natural Resource Management, archaeology, conservation and land management. (Preferred but not essential)
• Extensive experience in Cultural Heritage and Natural Resource Management
• Proven experience in developing and implementing strategic goals
• Contemporary knowledge of the Native Title Act, Cultural Heritage Act and the Commonwealth environmental protection framework

 
 
What’s On Offer

This is an opportunity to be part of a purpose driven organisation dedicated to empowering First Nations communities. This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to make a real impact while working within a supportive and culturally enriching environment.
A competitive salary package is also on offer, aligned with the not-for-profit sector, including salary packaging options to maximise your take-home pay.
 

If interested then please use the 'Apply' function to send an updated resume to Craig Moffat at Chandler Macleod, accompanied by a 1–2-page cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications close at close of business Friday 14th February.
 


At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.