Government - State (Government & Defence)
The people we serve come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lived experiences, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our department stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for the environment and science, you will find a home at DESTI.
Your contribution: Develop a strategic competency framework to increase national park management responsibility for First Nations organisations, including circulating high-level advice to project stakeholders and the leadership team. Develop and maintain highly collaborative relationships with First Nations people, Traditional Owners and other key stakeholders to underpin the success of the national park management transition as well as participate in professional networks as required. Assist and support the development of options for the Department's consideration that delivers outcomes aligned to First Nations people's rights and aspirations. Assist and support projects and teams across the branch to ensure successful and timely delivery of outcomes in support of the Department's strategic direction. Provide specialist advice including policy support and interpretation of protected area legislation (Nature Conservation Act 1992, Marine Parks Act 2004, Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2003, Torres Strait Islander Cultural Heritage Act 2003, Native Title Act 1993 ) and related departmental legislation, policies, practices and processes to senior management. What's in it for you? Join a supportive high-performing team with a positive culture and inspiring leadership! Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work-life balance, significant development opportunities as a public servant of Queensland! Work where you can truly engage your values and sense of purpose to safeguarding the environment for Queenslanders. You'll experience so much here. For most of us, it starts with our wonderful people and the rich, diverse perspectives they bring. They're dedicated, passionate and curious professionals. We're all different, and those differences are what make us great. About you Demonstrated understanding or relevant experience in relation to conservation and/or land management, to effectively develop, monitor and evaluate complex operational and policy arrangements, which are underpinned by legislation. In protected area management arrangement or similar, a demonstrated ability to develop policy options to resolve complex issues. In relation to land management, a thorough knowledge, or a demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire, the policy landscape addressing the rights and aspirations of First Nations people. Demonstrated experience in supporting productive working relationships, particularly experience in working effectively with First Nations people. How to Apply Your current resume of no more than six pages. A short two-page statement that briefly describes why you are the best suited person for this role—noting, our department values equity and diversity so please include information that will help us understand how you could contribute to our workforce diversity. Evidence of the above listed Eligibility Requirements to confirm your eligibility. This role is open to all applicants; however, applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander that meet the minimum requirements for the role will be given priority consideration and invited to participate in the next selection activity. Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/608613/24
Closing Date: Tuesday, 24 December 2024
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