At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape community-led programs and support Yinhawangka culture and governance.
- Company: Yinhawangka Foundation, dedicated to cultural preservation and community empowerment.
- Benefits: Extra week of annual leave and a paid Christmas shutdown.
- Other info: Opportunity for leadership growth in a values-driven organisation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Yinhawangka culture and future generations.
- Qualifications: Strong cultural knowledge and community connections as a Yinhawangka man.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
YINHAWANGKA FOUNDATION IS LOOKING FOR A COMMUNITY ADVISOR
We’re seeking expressions of interest from a Yinhawangka Man to join our team as a Community Advisor.
If you’re passionate about culture, community, and Yinhawangka ways of being and doing, this role offers the opportunity to ensure Yinhawangka culture, knowledge, and protocols guide everything we do, while supporting community-led programs and long-term nation building.
- Support the design and delivery of community-led programs that align with Yinhawangka cultural and governance priorities.
- Work closely with Elders, community members, and partners to ensure programs are culturally grounded and community-driven.
- Help embed Yinhawangka protocols and ways of working across Foundation programs and practices.
- Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and learning so we can understand impact and continuously improve.
- Support research, policy, and strategic initiatives that advance Yinhawangka self-determination and sovereignty.
- Build strong relationships with service providers, funders, and collaborators across the Pilbara.
- Why this role is a great pathway
- Shape culturally strong, community-led programs.
- Build experience in program design, engagement, research and policy.
- Work alongside Elders and leaders to support intergenerational knowledge and capacity.
- Contribute to long-term outcomes for Yinhawangka People and Country.
- Grow your leadership within a values-driven organisation.
- Who it suits
- A Yinhawangka man with strong cultural knowledge and community connections.
- Someone who values self-determination and culturally safe ways of working.
- Experience in community, cultural, program or project-based roles.
- Confident in engaging with a range of stakeholders.
- Organised and able to support multiple priorities.
- Make it a career you love
This is an opportunity to turn cultural leadership and community commitment into a role that shapes programs, strengthens culture, and supports future generations.
Location
Perth-based
Additional benefits
- 1 extra week of annual leave, including a paid Christmas shutdown
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Community Advisor in Perth employer: Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation
Yinhawangka Foundation is an exceptional employer that champions cultural integrity and community empowerment. Located in Perth, we offer a supportive work environment where you can grow your leadership skills while working closely with Elders and community members to design impactful programs. With unique benefits like an extra week of annual leave and a paid Christmas shutdown, we prioritise the well-being of our employees as they contribute to meaningful outcomes for the Yinhawangka People and Country.
Contact Details:
Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation Recruitment Team
