The First Peoples - State Relations Group is seeking talented and passionate individuals committed to progressing the Victorian Government's nation leading work with First Peoples.
This is a unique opportunity to work in new and innovative ways that recognise First Peoples as the self-determining drivers of Aboriginal affairs in Victoria. This role will contribute to the ground-breaking work of the Group in the areas of truth, treaty, self-determination and cultural rights.
As the Heritage Registry Policy and Project Coordinator, you will support the administration of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 by maintaining the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Register (VAHR).
You will play a lead role in engaging and building partnerships across communities, government and industry to continuously improve the standards by which Aboriginal cultural heritage places are recorded and registered on the VAHR.
About you
- experience in the detailed recording and registration of Aboriginal cultural heritage, including knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal cultural heritage management issues
- strong project management, planning and organisational skills
- excellent analytical, conceptual, and problem solving skills
- well developed written and verbal communication skills, with extensive experience in preparing complex documentation
- a high degree of emotional and cultural intelligence.
A tertiary qualification in archaeology, anthropology or cultural heritage management, or equivalent experience over a period of time is essential.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
How to apply
- a resume
- a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination policy which requires all DPC employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to undertake duties outside of their homes (unless an exception applies).
To be able to meet the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination requirements and for the department to meet its obligations under the OH&S Act, the department will request employees provide their vaccination information (including 3rd dose / booster) or evidence of an exemption throughout the recruitment process. Inability to provide this may impact your subsequent employment to the department.
DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.