About the Business
Our Aboriginal Practice and Partnerships team coordinates activities that aim to improve outcomes for Aboriginal clients, their families, and communities.
This includes informing DHS policy and practice, supporting staff who are Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal who work in Aboriginal-focused programs, and providing direct supports to Aboriginal young people and their families in partnership with the community.
The Principal Policy and Project Officer is a role within Community and Aboriginal Partnerships and is accountable to the Manager, Policy and Projects for:
Contributing to the development, direction, and management of strategies, policy, and practice that support the implementation of quality Aboriginal services in line with Departmental and Aboriginal community needs.
Supporting the development and maintenance of strong partnerships, connections, and productive working relationships and collaborations with internal and external stakeholders.
Providing high-quality project management and advice within a diverse range of areas across the Directorate.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
Role Status: Term up to 31/12/2025.
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Application Instructions
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills, attributes, and experience meet the role-specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form.
For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide.
Screening Checks
If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role.
National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment.
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