Jakob James is an Evaluation and Monitoring Specialist dedicated to strengthening outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. With a background spanning community development, program evaluation, governance, and frontline advocacy, Jakob brings a culturally grounded, evidence-driven approach to every project.

He is known for translating complex data into meaningful insights, building trusted relationships with communities, and supporting organisations to design, deliver, and measure programs that create real impact. Jakob’s work focuses on truth-telling, community-led practice, and elevating First Nations voices within policy, service design, and decision-making processes.

Passionate, strategic, and committed to integrity, Jakob supports organisations to navigate systems, strengthen accountability, and build culturally safe, high-performing programs that align with the aspirations of the communities they serve.