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Director, Engagement, South Queensland RegionGovernment - State (Government & Defence)
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The NIAA has an exciting and unique opportunity for an EL2, Director in Rockhampton. The 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.
The 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. The role works with a considerable degree of independence, under broad direction of the Regional Manager and has a key responsibility to manage, support and develop staff within their team.
You will be part of a regional team and report directly to the Regional Manager providing strategic support, leadership and advise. Working in place and partnership is at the core of our work and this position requires a strong level of engagement.
The role is responsible for:
furthering development and implementation of strategies and projects that will have a positive impact on Closing the Gap targets under the Commonwealth Closing the Gap Implementation Plan,facilitating engagement, brokering collaboration and building effective partnerships with partners, communities and key internal and external stakeholders,contributing to strategic plans and lead the development of business cases and project plans for new initiatives,maintaining an awareness of research, trends, developments and reforms, at both State and National levels, on issues affecting Indigenous people.Please note: interviews for this role will be conducted in the week commencing 16 December 2024. Our Ideal Candidate We are looking for an experienced, passionate and motivated leader who can deliver on the wide-ranging demands of the role with the ability to successfully manage competing and changing priorities.
If you feel you demonstrate the below, we welcome the opportunity to hear from you:
A strong track record in leadership, staff management, complex problem solving and strategic partneringExtensive knowledge and understanding of community context, structures, culture and customs and their associated impact on the journey of Indigenous people and their communitiesDemonstrated political nous, well developed critical thinking and ability to draw on evidence to drive innovation, development, implementation and evaluation of policy and programsExceptional communication, influencing and interpersonal skills with demonstrated capability to effectively engage and establish partnerships across a broad range of relevant stakeholdersMotivation to make a difference and contribute to the NIAA's focus on improving outcomes for First Nations people through partnerships and shared decision makingA proven track record of shaping strategic direction and working with colleagues to deliver the strategyAbility to mentor, guide and develop team members, including identifying staff learning needs, monitoring and providing feedback on performance and building co-operation within the team to work to common goals.The successful candidate must have a current motor vehicle driver's license and be able to undertake intra and interstate travel. In our Operating Environment across NIAA, staff work closely with community members and develop intimate understandings of the regional and local needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
What We Offer: We have exciting work with real purpose.We support the aspirations of First Nations Peoples—it's our driving force. Our work is transformational, you can follow your passion, shape your career and make a difference.We value our employees —they're the heart of our Agency. Employees are supported and empowered to build their career. We are a diverse, inclusive and passionate workforce with an emphasis on continuous cultural learning and tailored professional development.Our work relies on strong and trusted relationships — we build partnerships by being authentic, sharing information and giving honest feedback. We collaborate with communities across Australia, all levels of government and many other invested stakeholders.To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.The occupant must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected) level security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level.The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check.The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Working With Vulnerable People Check (blue card) in QLD.How to apply: If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we want to hear from you!Submit an online application through the NIAA Careers Page by Sunday 15 December, at 11:30pm AEDT.
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