The State Library of Western Australia acknowledges the Nyoongar Whadjuk people - traditional custodians of this land on which we are located. We acknowledge the traditional lands of all the Western Australian Aboriginal communities and their cultural practices, knowledge and kinship systems.
We recognise that our collections hold traditional cultural knowledge belonging to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities around the country. We support communities to protect the integrity of this information, gathered from their ancestors in the colonial period. We pay our respects to Elders, past and present, who have handed down these systems of practice to each new generation for millennia.
The Department recognises Aboriginality as a genuine qualification of the Reconciliation Project Officer position under 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. To apply, you must identify and be recognised within your community as being of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.
Our vacancy
We are seeking a motivated and dedicated individual to join the State Library of Western Australia in the role of Reconciliation Project Officer 50d to work with the Manager Aboriginal Engagement.
As a Reconciliation Project Officer, you will undertake a range of duties, including contributing to the exciting new chapter of growth and impact with the Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) at the State Library. This position will be responsible for providing project and administrative support in the delivery and reporting of the RAP and other related activities. This role provides the opportunity to influence systemic change and deepen public understanding of reconciliation.
We are currently offering:
* one fixed term, part time (0.4 FTE / 30 hours per fortnight) vacancy for immediate filling, for a period of 12 months.
Benefits include:
* Generous leave entitlements including 20 days annual leave and 15 days personal leave (pro rata for part time employees); long service leave after 7 years continuous service; 3 extra public service holidays and the option to purchase additional leave per calendar year.
* Work life balance options including flexible working hours, part-time and job-share arrangements, paid parental leave, phased retirement.
* Access to an Employee Assistance program that provides confidential counselling and support services at no charge; funded flu vaccinations.
* Learning and development opportunities including the ability to act in various positions, study leave assistance for approved courses, specific training as required.
* Salary benefits including 12% superannuation contributions on top of stated salary, salary packaging options.
About us
The State Library of Western Australia plays a key role in empowering Western Australian individuals and communities, transforming their lives by connecting them to information and ideas. The State Library collects materials of international significance to capture, preserve and tell stories of WA's rich history. It also delivers a wide range of services, programs and events to inspire creativity, curiosity and support lifelong learning.
We are seeking a motivated and talented individual to work with the Manager Aboriginal Engagement.
* Do you have a high level of understanding and awareness of Western Australian Aboriginal peoples, cultures and issues?
* Do you have strong communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders and other RAP stakeholders?
* Can you apply your written and verbal skills to communicate effectively with a range of RAP stakeholders and strengthen cultural community engagement?
* How do your skills, knowledge and experience make you the best person for this opportunity?
* Do you have great interpersonal and time management skills with the ability to remain calm when under pressure?
To grow and evolve in this role we are seeking someone with a positive outlook and who aligns to our corporate values, which means being community-focused, responsive, respectful, accountable and innovative in the work that you will do.
Applications close 4pm (WST) on 9 March.
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