The current vacancy is ongoing however a merit pool may be established to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies within 18 months.
Cairns QLD, Canberra ACT, Gladstone QLD, Townsville QLD, Yeppoon QLD
Location: Cairns, QLD or Townsville, QLD preferred; or other Reef Authority locations may be considered.
We are seeking an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person with strong Program and Contract Management skills, and demonstrated engagement experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This position requires a detailed understanding of the cultural connection of Traditional Owners with the Great Barrier Reef. The position will work closely with Great Barrier Reef Traditional Owners and other First Nations people including remote communities, corporations and bodies established to assist First Nations people and business.
This position is within the TUMRA Section which is responsible for Traditional Use of Marine Resources Agreements (TUMRA) and Sea Country Values Mapping Programs.
This Assistant Director position is responsible for providing strategic support to the TUMRA Section, providing leadership and direction to the team. This requires demonstrated ability to develop and lead a culturally inclusive, dynamic and innovative team, paving the way for transformational change. Represent the team to develop and maintain a strong and sustainable partnership with Traditional Owners in order to oversee the negotiation, development and implementation of multi-jurisdictional traditional sea country estate management that aligns with Traditional Owner aspirations, self-determination and cultural heritage protection.
The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under subsection 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 and is only open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants (further information is provided in the eligibility requirements section below).
The key duties of the position include: Provide high level strategic and operational program advice to the Director, the Executive and others on Traditional Owner matters relevant to Marine Park management, including preparing high quality written material and reports. Develop and deliver on planned strategic initiatives, monitor risk, and implementing annual plans and budgets to meet deadlines and achieve organisational goals. Work collaboratively to deliver policies, complex projects and management solutions that provide for the protection and conservation of the Reef. Liaising, consulting and negotiating with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including Traditional Owner groups, Prescribed Bodies, Native Title Representative Bodies, Land Councils and government agencies on issues relevant to Marine Park management. Deliver relevant Reef Authority corporate objectives, and actively contribute to the section's work and cross-sectional work and emerging issues as part of the broader leadership team. Applicants must: be an Australian citizen at time of applying for position, be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance, failure to do so will result in termination of employment. The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under subsection 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 and is only open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants. This means applicants must: be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; and identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander; and are accepted by their community as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Applicants shortlisted for interview will need to provide evidence at interview to confirm eligibility under the above affirmative measure. Acceptable evidence includes: a letter signed and executed by the Chairperson of an incorporated Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander organisation confirming that they are recognised as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, or a confirmation of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent form executed by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander organisation. Essential requirements hold and maintain a current unrestricted Queensland Drivers Licence (preferably with 4-wheel drive experience) or able to obtain within a 6-month period. Desirable qualifications or equivalent experience Diploma in Program Management, Project Management, Procurement qualifications or equivalent experience. Contemporary knowledge of social science, marine park/marine protected area/sea country management, including traditional use. The ability to travel, sometimes overnight or for multiple days, including to remote and regional locations. Notes Applicants must read all the information outlined in the position description .
To find out more about working for the Reef Authority, including how to apply , for tools and tips on applying for a position, visit the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority careers page .
The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the 'Racial Discrimination Act 1975'. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people. RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit:
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