Senior Engagement Officer, West and South
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Ongoing & Non-ongoing for an initial period of up to 12 months, Flexible working arrangements will be considered APS 6 Hobart, TAS and Melbourne, VIC Location: Hobart, TAS and Melbourne, VIC Application Closing Date: 22-Jun-2025 Classification APS 6 Employment Type Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for an initial period of up to 12 months) This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the NIAA delegate. Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for an initial period of up to 12 months, with possibility of extension up to a maximum period of two years. A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement. Flexible Work Flexible working arrangements will be considered The Opportunity We are looking for motivated and passionate people to fill APS 6 level Senior Engagement Officer roles in the Victoria and Tasmania Regional Office. There are roles available in both the Tasmania and Victoria sub-regions, based in Hobart and Melbourne respectively. We offer challenging, interesting, and stimulating work, connecting across all levels of government and working directly with First Nations communities and organisations. In these roles, you will be working in diverse teams in Tasmania and Victoria to drive the self-determination aspirations of First Nations communities, while supporting the delivery of the Australian Government’s priorities, including implementing the National Agreement on Closing the Gap. Key responsibilities of the Senior Engagement Officer (APS 6) role include: develop and maintain culturally safe relationships with NIAA partners, including Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations, Traditional Owner Groups and other key First Nations stakeholders, provide appropriate advice and manage the resolution of emerging issues manage and broker mutually beneficial and diverse relationships to link First Nations communities and organisations with government, non-government and private sector partners assist in local coordination and implementation of key government priorities including the National Agreement on Closing the Gap lead the local development and high-quality delivery of place-based initiatives in partnership with First Nations communities to improve outcomes and advance self-determination develop high-quality briefs, correspondence and advice that require minimal changes to support the Minister for Indigenous Australians, and senior NIAA executives, including the CEO and DCEO monitor and negotiate funding agreements and provide high-quality advice on contractual requirements, performance and reporting conduct research and analysis on complex matters within area of expertise lead project management activities including the development of team goals, strategies and work plans for the business area lead, support and mentor Engagement Officers to deliver on branch priorities and NIAA’s work program. Our Ideal Candidate Our ideal candidates are motivated, self-starters who are passionate about First Nations self-determination. Roles in the Victoria and Tasmania Region are fast paced, varied, challenging and rewarding. To succeed in the role, candidates will: have a high level of cultural competency and a strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges relating to First Nations people and communities have strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with First Nations people, service providers and other key stakeholders have excellent written communication skills including the ability to develop a range of written products such as concise briefs, correspondence, presentations and reports for varied audiences be able to provide policy and program advice and identify and escalate emerging risks have strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills be flexible and adaptable with the ability to manage competing priorities and emerging issues be highly organised and be able to work autonomously with limited supervision demonstrate the ability to effectively supervise, mentor and develop the capability of a small number of staff with a focus on delivering business objectives. Essential: Must have a current motor vehicle driver’s license and be able to travel locally and interstate. In our operating environment across NIAA, staff work closely with community members and develop intimate understandings of the regional and local needs and aspirations of First Nations people. This regional and place-based focus is at the core of our work and these Senior Engagement Officer Positions require a strong level of engagement. Identified Position This position is Identified which signifies that the role has strong involvement in matters relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This position has direct engagement with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and service providers, or is involved in the development of programmes and policy. You will require a high level of cultural competency, including: demonstrated understanding of the matters impacting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples. demonstrated high level ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples. demonstrated high level capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency. Eligibility To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen. The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check. Security Clearance Required Baseline Vetting (Protected) Contact Officer Ally Cashion on or
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