Coordinator – First Peoples Unit * Salary: $79,122 - $96,073 (Plus Superannuation) * Ongoing role * Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available) * Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available) This is a prioritised position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with the Special Measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration for this role. The Role This is a rewarding opportunity to support Creative Victoria's First Peoples policy and program deliverables and ongoing development of Creative Victoria's overall engagement with the Victorian First Peoples' creative sector. Main accountabilities: * Conducts projects of defined scope under direction * Exercises professional judgement about the application of rules, or the selection of choices within guidelines * Communicates professional/ technical concepts and advice * Researches issues and prepares draft reports and briefings within a project plan or policy framework set by others The Team The position of Coordinator – First Peoples Unit forms a part of the Office of the Chief Executive within Creative Victoria. Creative Victoria is the State Government body dedicated to supporting, championing and growing Victoria's creative industries - arts, culture, screen and design. The branch supports the Chief Executive in leading the Creative Victoria group to efficiently and effectively deliver on the priorities of the Department, Minister and the Victorian Government, including under the Creative Victoria Act 2017. About You The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience: * Promote Inclusion: Recognises behaviours that promote a culture of inclusion. Holds self and team accountable for being inclusive to individuals from diverse backgrounds. * Interpersonal Skills: Sees things from another's point of view and confirms understanding; Tailors communications according to audience and/or audience preference. * Flexibility and Adaptability: Accepts changed priorities without undue discomfort. Responds quickly to changes. * Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Resolves issues through deep understanding/interpretation of existing guidelines. Where guidelines aren't available, analyses ideas available and takes action. Further Information For a confidential discussion, please contact Troy Walsh, Director, First Peoples on troy.walsh@creative.vic.gov.au The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description. Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line. How to Apply Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description. Applications close at 23:59pm on 11 January 2026. For the purpose of employment in Aboriginal Designated or Aboriginal Prioritised positions within the Victorian public sector, candidates will be asked to provide Confirmation of Aboriginality. This can be confirmed by a Confirmation of Aboriginality form signed by an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation and affixed with the common seal of that organisation. Recognising that access to formal Confirmation of Aboriginality documents can occasionally be problematic, an alternative process can be discussed by emailing firstpeoples.workforce@ecodev.vic.gov.au.