Ongoing & Non-ongoing for an initial period of up to 12 months, Flexible working arrangements will be considered EL 1 Rockhampton, QLD preferred (however other NIAA office locations will be considered) Location: Rockhampton, QLD preferred (however other NIAA office locations will be considered) Application Closing Date: 05-Jan-2025 Classification EL 1 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 The NIAA has an exciting and unique opportunity for an EL1, Assistant Director in Rockhampton.
This role will work in close and genuine partnership with First Nations people and communities throughout Central Queensland to positively influence improved Closing the Gap outcomes.
This job will lead and shape relationships with key partners in Indigenous communities, the Commonwealth, State Governments and private enterprise to deliver Government priorities aligned to community aspirations.
This role will have a sharp focus on supporting the economic empowerment of First Nations communities through programs and initiatives across south Queensland.
As Assistant Director Engagement, you will be part of a sub-regional team reporting directly to the Director Engagement providing support, leadership and advice.
Assistant Engagement Directors are responsible for: working with Engagement Officers to achieve the objectives identified above driving the implementation of place-based solutions, through close engagement with key partners, stakeholders and internal colleagues developing effective strategic partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders including First Nations peoples, community partners, business and organisations managing stakeholder expectations of the NIAA work program, priorities and program change, considering local and cultural sensitives and stakeholder business imperatives leading and supporting employee performance and contribution to regional results providing strategic advice and specialist expertise across a broad range of activities including economic empowerment, community engagement, service delivery, policy development and culture.
All NIAA staff promote a healthy and safe workplace environment, and model ethical behaviour in accordance with the APS Code of Conduct and APS Values.
The ability to travel, including overnight stays, is required and therefore a current Drivers License is essential.
Interviews for this role will be conducted in early January 2025.
Our Ideal Candidate We are seeking a results-oriented person who possess strong skills in economic development, engagement, communication, and administration.
Our ideal candidate will be an enabler of empowerment and self-determination by leveraging economic opportunities.
You will utilise your skills in collaboration and engagement to marshal professional expertise from across Government, Private Sector and Academia to deliver outcomes.
We're looking for an energetic, flexible, and motivated individual to join an inclusive, supportive, high-performing team culture.
You will work as part of a team with the support and broad direction of Senior staff.
Our ideal candidates will have: high level of cultural awareness and demonstrated cultural capability including a respect for diversity and ability to communicate sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples proven experience working on economic development programs and initiatives and an understanding of economic empowerment well-developed analytical and research skills to provide evidence-based advice strong writing skills to deliver briefings and papers on complex issues excellent interpersonal skills to develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders in the community sector, business, government and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities demonstrated high level of judgement and the ability to identify, engage with and mitigate risks ability to identify emerging opportunities or issues and effectively prioritise tasks and strong organisational skills, to support delivery of outcomes on time project and/or program management experience is highly regarded.
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 Callan Nickerson on 0477 316 759 or ****** Please Note – This is an unclassified web based recruitment system so your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information.
This includes in your one page pitch and resume.
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