04/11/2026
General Manager – Full Time
Salary $125,000 per annum
The Yandruwandha Yawarrawarrka Traditional Landowners Aboriginal Corporation (ICN 3840)
(YYTLOAC) is the Prescribed Body Corporate (PBC) for the Yandruwandha Yawarrawarrka Nations of the far northeast of South Australia. Native Title over their traditional lands was recognised by the Yandruwandha Yawarrawarrka Native Title Claim Determination in December 2015.
YYTLOAC is seeking a General Manager to lead our growing organisation and support the social,
cultural and economic aspirations of our native title holders.
This role is supported by three years of funding from the National Indigenous Australians Agency
(NIAA)
About the Role
Working with the Board and reporting to the Chairperson or delegate, you will strengthen
governance, establish effective operational systems and turn strategic priorities into practical outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading governance administration, policy development and operational systems.
Supporting the establishment of the Corporation’s office, workflows and records
management systems.
Developing an economic development strategy and supporting business opportunities.
Building relationships with members, native title holders, SANTS and other stakeholders.
Coordinating community meetings, general meetings and communications.
Supporting cultural heritage matters with the Board and its representatives.
Maintaining records in accordance with legislative, regulatory and funding requirements.
Promoting a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, meeting WHS responsibilities and
upholding Equal Employment Opportunity principles.
Skills and Experience
Essential:
Demonstrated administrative experience, preferably in a governance,
community organisation, or Aboriginal corporation context.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal people, communities, and
governance structures.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
Desirable:
A degree or diploma or higher qualification in business administration,
management, finance, marketing, or similar
Experience working with Registered Native Title Bodies Corporate.
Familiarity with policy and procedure development.
Understanding of native title governance and community engagement processes.
Experience establishing records management systems.
Personal Attributes
Respectful, reliable, and culturally aware.
Able to work collaboratively with Board members and YYTLOAC support
organisations.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage competing
priorities.
Flexible and adaptable during a period of organisational establishment and growth.
Other Requirements
Current Police Check, upon request
Current Working with Vulnerable People check, upon request
Location
The position will initially be based at SANTS office in Adelaide, South
Australia for further information contact Bernadette Lawson SANTS on
0437 309 753.
Applications to include; a cover letter addressing the job description and CV to Bernadette
Lawson @ [email protected]
Please email [email protected] for the full position description.
Applications to be received by 5pm Friday 20 November 2026
