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Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Lead - Juukan Gorge Legacy Foundation (deadline: 11 November 2026)

Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Lead - Juukan Gorge Legacy Foundation (deadline: 11 November 2026)

Position Details

Opportunity to establish and lead the Foundation's monitoring and evaluation systems
• Help shape Aboriginal futures and create lasting social impact
• Base salary of $120,000 to $130,000 plus superannuation
• Based in West Perth with occasional intrastate travel


The Foundation

The Juukan Gorge Legacy Foundation was established in May 2023. The Foundation’s purpose is to support the Puutu Kunti Kurrama People (and Pinikura People and other Aboriginal People), by:
• Building the Puutu Kunti Kurrama community to be strong and proud internally and externally;
• Providing programs and services that promote and protect traditional law and custom, language and culture, and maintaining and strengthening traditional connection to Country;
• Providing programs and services that support community health, well-being, and self-determination; and
• Fostering economic development of projects and industries for financial independence.

The Role

Reporting to the Director Programs & Impact, the Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Lead will be responsible for developing and embedding the Foundation's approach to understanding, demonstrating and improving its impact. Your role will be to use evidence and learning to strengthen program design, guide investment decisions and adapt organisational practice.

The Person

If you are committed to supporting the aspirations of Traditional Owners, and bring experience in designing and implementing practical MERL frameworks, we would be interested in hearing from you. The ability to translate complex information into practical insights and meaningful outcomes is essential, as is excellent analytical abilities and written and verbal communication skills.

The Package

This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the lives of current and future Foundation beneficiaries and First Nations People. In return, a permanent contract is on offer and a base salary of $120,000 to $130,000 plus superannuation. Salary packaging is available and flexible working arrangements are by negotiation. This role is to be based either in the West Perth office or the Pilbara, to be negotiated for the successful candidate.

Applications

To apply please click the Apply Now button or visit www.beilbydt.com.au quoting reference 1254318. Please provide a comprehensive resume together with a covering letter of no more than two pages, outlining your interest in the position and addressing your suitability to the role.

Download an Application Pack by clicking or copying and pasting this link in your browser: click here

For initial enquiries, or for any assistance you may need in making your application, please contact Emily Bulloch for a confidential discussion on 0427 582 402 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Applications will close at 4pm AWST on Wednesday 11 November 2026.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Juukan Gorge Legacy Foundation is currently also recruiting for a Business Development Lead - Job number 1254314.

Details of how to apply:

Link to apply : click here

 

Deadline: 11 November 2026

 

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