Job Opportunity
We are seeking a dedicated professional to fill a challenging role within our Operations and Delivery Group.
* Ongoing & Non-ongoing for an initial period of up to 12 months, Flexible working arrangements will be considered
* Perth, WA is preferred (however Adelaide, SA; Melbourne, VIC; Hobart, TAS and Broome, WA may be considered)
Classification:
APS Level 5 ($88,887 - $95,028)
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. 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:
The National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) Operations and Delivery Group aims to be a responsive, trusted and reliable partner that delivers valued advice and services to enable a high-performing NIAA. Within Operations and Delivery, the West and South Group delivers strategies, products and services in support of the NIAA's work programs, partnerships and outreach activities across Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria and Tasmania. It is a conduit between the NIAA and its community stakeholders, partners and government agencies that are focused on the advancement of Indigenous Australians. We have two APS5 Analyst opportunities available within the West and South Group – one vacancy is in the West and South Group Executive Team and one in the Greater Western Australia Regional Planning and Coordination Team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Undertake reasonably complex procedural, administrative and service-related tasks that support NIAA business activities, including coordination of West and South Group and Greater Western Australia Region activities relating to parliamentary input, Agency information requests and others
* Provide quality assurance of work and provide constructive feedback
* Prioritise and allocate work; put strategies in place to ensure completion by deadline
* Identify opportunities to enhance team and branch processes in an environment of collaboration, continuous improvement and change
* Manage effective internal and external relationships, negotiate with stakeholders in more complex matters, and resolve escalated issues where appropriate
* Provide guidance, coaching and direction to staff on procedural, administrative and service activities
* Apply knowledge, precedent and established policy and procedures to situations which require interpretation and analysis
* Create a culturally safe workplace by fostering an environment where the concept of culture and how it influences the workplace and interactions, is understood
* Understand and support NIAA's vision and purpose
* Understand how the work of the team contributes to it
* Participate in the development of team and section plans, strategies and goals to support the vision
Our Ideal Candidate:
Our ideal candidates must be able to demonstrate their experience and/or ability to:
* Work with limited direction
* Treat Agency staff and stakeholders with respect and courtesy
* Recognise and listen to diverse opinions and voices and work collaboratively to resolve issues
* Contribute to established organisational networks, identifying learning opportunities for self and others
* Act professionally and operate within the boundaries of organisational processes, working within, and promoting, NIAA's values
* Focus on achieving objectives in difficult circumstances; provide impartial and forthright advice and justify position when challenged
* Represent the team and contribute to building productive relationships and inclusive networks through collaboration with providers, partners and stakeholders to realise agreed outcomes
* Assist with the implementation of culturally appropriate strategies for working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
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.
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