* APS Level 5 and APS Level 6
* Adelaide, SA; Bendigo, VIC; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Newcastle, NSW; Orange, NSW; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW; Mackay, QLD; Rockhampton, QLD; Townsville, QLD; Alice Springs, NT
* $90,580 - $111,979
About The Department Of Employment And Workplace Relations
We are committed to empowering futures, ensuring rights and enriching lives. We support people to have safe, secure and well-paid work with the skills for a sustainable future as we ourselves strive to be a model employer.
We provide the framework for fair and productive relationships between employers and employees. We also oversee skills development and training initiatives to support those entering the workforce or re-training to take advantage of emerging employment opportunities.
With us, your work directly contributes to shaping the employment landscape. Whether you're engaging in policy development, program implementation, or direct support services, your efforts will have a tangible impact on job seekers, employees and the economy by giving them a framework to build a future anchored and realised through employment.
It is our ambition to do things differently, to create the 'department of great jobs'– where our people reflect our purpose.
About Jobs And Skills Australia
Want to work for an organisation recognised and celebrated for our excellence in leadership, stewardship and innovation? Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) may be the place for you
As part of a motivated and dynamic organisation, we value being innovative, collaborative, accurate, respectful, courageous, and making a difference.
We are an independent secondary statutory body, within the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations that provides advice and data to the Government on every aspect of the jobs and skills system, to help all Australians realise their full skills potential.
We do this by working with our stakeholders to advise on current vocational education and training, higher education, and migration systems to meet Australia's future skills and workforce needs.
Our people include specialists in policy, data, economics, communications, stakeholder engagement, digital solutions and research who are located across Australia.
We offer a positive, productive and supportive work environment and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where continuous learning and building skills and professional networks are a priority.
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The Role
JSA is seeking a Researcher to join the Inclusive Participation team. Reporting to a First Nations director and joining First Nations team members, this role is focused on supporting the development of a bespoke and dedicated multi-year First Nations research program. The research program's objective is to develop new evidence, data and advice, in accordance with Indigenous Data Sovereignty principles, to inform policy on how we can Close the Gap on skills and employment outcomes for Indigenous Australians faster.
Key Parts Of The Role Include
* Working as part of a team to collaborate with the JSA wide Indigenous Cultural Advisory Panel (ICAP) to develop the research program.
* Supporting efforts to promote and embed the principles and practices of Indigenous Data Sovereignty.
* Contributing to the design of research projects and publications that use both quantitative and qualitative sources, methods and approaches to fill evidence gaps and make real-world policy change.
* Working with a dynamic transdisciplinary team of researchers, data analysts, economists and policy officers who are highly motivated.
* The role offers a great opportunity to work at a cutting edge to embed Indigenous Data Sovereignty principles into JSA's work program. You will be able to contribute to work that respects and amplifies Indigenous voices in shaping policy for a more equitable and responsive skills and labour market system for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
* There will also be opportunities to support other intersectional research work including on gender, people with a disability and displaced, mature age and migrant workers.
* We are looking for researchers from diverse academic, not-for-profit, advocacy and policy backgrounds.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities May Include
* Supporting the development of a multi-year First Nations Research Program and other initiatives that enhance skills and employment outcomes for Indigenous Australians, including collaboration with the ICAP.
* Exploring opportunities to promote Indigenous Data Sovereignty principles across JSA.
* Undertaking research and analysis using diverse data sources to inform JSA's work including working with linked administrative datasets that are at the forefront of cutting-edge data research.
* Contributing to the preparation of high-quality reports, briefs, research papers, and fact sheets for diverse audiences.
* Supporting stakeholder engagement activities, including meeting coordination and documentation.
* Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to provide advice and gather intelligence.
* Collaborating across teams and agencies to support JSA's strategic objectives.
The level of complexity, responsibility, and decision-making will be consistent with the Work Level Standards for each classification (APS5 and APS6).
How To Apply
Applications are to be submitted using the department's eRecruit (online recruitment) system.
You Will Need The Following For Your Application
* Personal details
* Tailored resume or CV (uploaded)
* Referee details including current supervisor
* Your written story
Written Story
In this phase, we want you to tell us a compelling story about yourself and your experiences.
Your written story should specifically address each section in the key duties relevant to the classification you are applying for. The
Candidates are required to provide a story up to a maximum of 500 words outlining:
* Your skills, knowledge and experience and how they relate to the key duties and capabilities relevant the classification you are applying for.
* Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform as per the key duties relevant to the classification you are applying for.
Try not to duplicate information that can already be found in your resume but do highlight any specific examples or achievements that will demonstrate your ability to perform the role.
While We Prefer That Work Examples Are Used In Your Story, You Can Also Use Examples From Study Or Community Experiences. When You Include An Example, You Should Clearly Explain
Setting
– where the event took place
Characters
– who was involved
Action
- approach you took – what did YOU do
Ending/Outcome
– what was the result
Resume
Please attach a concise resume to your application which clearly outlines your work experience, educational qualifications and relevant skills. In the application form you will need to provide the details of two referees who can attest and validate your credentials and suitability for the role.
Eligibility
These positions are only open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This is consistent with Section 31 of the Australian Public Service Commissioner's Directions 2022. The filling of this employment opportunity constitutes a special measure under subsection 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975.
Don't meet all the role requirements?
At DEWR we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and seek to recruit staff with a wide range of backgrounds, skill levels, disciplines and working styles. If this role resonates with you and you're excited about making an impact, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Confirmation of Heritage
Candidates who are applying under Affirmative Measures must have their Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage confirmed.
A Confirmation Must Stipulate That a Person
* is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; and
* identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
* is accepted as such by the community in which they live or formerly lived.
Suitable evidence of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage may include:
* a letter signed by the Chairperson of an incorporated Indigenous organisation confirming that the applicant is recognised as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, or
* a confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent document executed by an Indigenous organisation.
If the above documents are not available, the department may accept a signed letter without a common seal a statutory declaration from the candidate and a Community Elder.
The department has an Indigenous Liaison Officer (ILO) who is available to support you throughout the recruitment process. To speak to our ILO please email
Citizenship
- to be eligible for employment with the Department, you must be an Australian Citizen or, in limited circumstances, in the process of obtaining it.
Security Clearance
- our successful candidate is required to hold, or have the ability to obtain, and maintain a Baseline security clearance.
Please refer to the Job Information Pack for more information about the role.