Project Manager (East Kimberley)

This is a unique opportunity to work with remote Aboriginal communities to promote health and nutrition through our Thriving Communities Program.

You will make a positive impact to the health and well-being of Aboriginal people.

Join Our Team at EON Aboriginal Foundation

EON Aboriginal Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2005, delivers the EON Thriving Communities Program, which focusses on improving nutrition through gardening and nutrition education as a basis for chronic disease prevention across Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Working at EON offers a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact on peoples lives. Our team is inspired by our vision of making a lasting contribution in remote Aboriginal communities.

Job Opportunity:

Project Manager – East Kimberley

EON Aboriginal Foundation is excited to invite applications for the position of Project Manager working across three exciting community projects in the beautiful East Kimberley, WA.

This role involves working closely with Aboriginal communities and schools in the East Kimberley, delivering practical gardening, cooking, and nutrition education. A key part of the job is engaging with school-aged children—teaching hands-on lessons, making learning about healthy eating and gardening fun while building their skills in growing and preparing healthy food. Strong communication and the ability to connect with kids in a school setting are essential.

If you are proactive, self-motivated, and have experience working independently – especially in remote communities – we want to hear from you.

Position Overview:

As a Project Manager, you will play a key role in delivering EON’s Thriving Communities Program. This includes establishing and maintaining edible gardens and providing hands-on lessons to children and community members. The goal is to support schools and communities in developing sustainable food sources and lifelong skills in gardening and nutrition.

Ideally, the successful candidate will be based in Wyndham, Kununurra, or nearby areas, with responsibilities spanning across Wyndham, Purnululu, and Warmun. This role entails maintaining a consistent presence in these communities, with a weekly rotation: one week in Wyndham, followed by a week in Purnululu and Warmun (usually 3 nights away during each stay).

Key Details:

Full-time (76 hours per fortnight), occasional out-of-hours work for stakeholder engagement events.

Fixed-term contract until March 2026, with a possibility of extension

$88,848.32 p.a. plus superannuation, with salary packaging options up to $18,549 p.a. tax-free

6 weeks annual leave

Fully maintained work vehicle provided.

The Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about gardening, cooking and community engagement. Ideal applicants will have existing gardening knowledge or a willingness to learn sustainable practices, and a passion for healthy cooking and sharing practical skills with others.

Key skills and attributes include:

Gardening and cooking expertise: Ability to establish and maintain edible gardens, teach sustainable gardening practices and share cooking skills.

Cultural Sensitivity and Adaptability: Experience engaging respectfully with Aboriginal communities, with a deep understanding of cultural diversity.

Engaging and Teaching Children: Ability to connect with school-aged children, deliver engaging and practical lessons, and create a positive learning environment that makes gardening, cooking, and nutrition education accessible and enjoyable.

Problem-Solving and Flexibility: Strong ability to adapt to challenges and develop creative, practical solutions.

Community Engagement: Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with local communities, with the ability to communicate with people of all ages, from children to adults.

Independent and Proactive: Confidence in managing projects independently, particularly in remote and dynamic settings.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about community development, sustainable living, and making a positive impact, we invite you to submit your application. Send your resume and a cover letter addressing your motivation, relevant experience, and approach to working in diverse environments to [email protected] by 25 July 2025. The successful applicant must hold or obtain a current manual driver's license, Working with Children Check, and National Police Check.

Applications close:

Applications close at 5pm AWST on 25 July 2025. EON reserves the right to withdraw this role before the closing date.