AIATSIS Application Pack EL2 Director Ethics and Research Governance | 1Director Ethics and ResearchGovernanceThis is an Affirmative Measures opportunityThis position will be filled using the Affirmative Measure provision, which allows for thetargeted recruitment of Indigenous Australians into the Australian Public Service. Thevacancy is only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. The filling of thisemployment opportunity is intended to constitute an Affirmative Measure under section 8(1)of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975.AIATSIS Application Pack EL2 Director Ethics and Research Governance | 2Who we areWe are Australia's only national institution focused exclusively on the diverse history,cultures, and heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australia. We house theworld's most important and extensive collection of cultural information and material, andwe provide leadership, publish, and promote greater understanding and appreciation ofAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We create opportunities for people the worldover to engage with and be transformed by the knowledge, the culture, and the story ofAustralia's Indigenous peoples. We are Australia's national institution for leadership inAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research.What we doWe care for a priceless collection, including films, photographs, video, and audio recordingsas well as the world's largest collection of printed and other resource materials forAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander studies. We undertake and encourage scholarly,ethical, community-based research in a variety of sectors, including health, native title,languages, and education. Our publishing house, Aboriginal Studies Press, regularlypublishes outstanding writing that promotes Australian Indigenous cultures.Our activities affirm and raise awareness of the richness and diversity of Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander cultures and histories.Our functions are established under the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres StraitThese functions are to:• provide access to a national collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderculture and heritage.• use that national collection to strengthen and promote knowledge andunderstanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage.• provide leadership in the fields of:? Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research; and? activities relating to collections associated with Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander peoples; and use (including use for research) of that nationalcollection and other collections containing Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander culture and heritage.• lead and promote collaborations and partnerships among the academic,research, non-government, business and government sectors andAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in support of the otherfunctions of the Institute.• provide advice to the Commonwealth on the situation and status of Aboriginaland Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage.We are an Australian Government statutory authority. The Minister responsible for AIATSIS isthe Hon Linda Burney MP, Minister for Indigenous Australians. AIATSIS Application Pack EL2 Director Ethics and Research Governance | 3DIRECTOR ETHICS AND RESEARCHGOVERNANCEVacancy InformationJob Reference 123_06/24Classification Executive Level 2No. of vacancies 1Salary $127,226 - $138,677Group Research and EducationArea Research Policy and EthicsEmployment Status Ongoing/non-ongoingHours Full TimeContact Person John Gibbs02 6246 1157AIATSIS Application Pack EL2 Director Ethics and Research Governance | 4About the GroupThe purpose of the Research and Education Group (REG) is to define, lead, produce, share andsupport cutting edge research and learning by, with, and for Aboriginal and Torres StraitAbout the Program AreaThe Ethics and Research Governance team sits within the Research and Education Group andundertakes activities to promote the ethical and responsible practice in Aboriginal and TorresStrait Islander research in Australia. This includes the AIATSIS Code of Ethics for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Research (the AIATSIS Code of Ethics) and the AIATSIS Research EthicsCommittee, which is responsible for reviewing ethics applications and projects involvingAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research.About the RoleWe are seeking a high performing and talented Director to lead the Ethics and ResearchGovernance Team. As Director you will work collaboratively across AIATSIS and with ourstakeholders to promote ethical and responsible practice in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderresearch in Australia. As Director you will be part of the management team of the Research andEducation Group.The key duties of the role include:• managing, negotiating, and providing advice to a wide range of stakeholders in theresearch community on research governance and the AIATSIS ethics applicationapproval process.• overseeing the provision of administrative related support to the AIATSIS ResearchEthics Committee and promotion of the AIATSIS Code of Ethics to researchers,universities, and the broader research community.• working closely with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the ethical conductof research consistent with and aligned to the Australian Code for the ResponsibleConduct of Research and the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in HumanResearch.• processing and monitoring of income and expenditure incurred by AIATSIS Ethicsresearch activities and management of the cost centre.• providing complex written reports, submissions and correspondence as well asdeveloping and managing the team workplan, budget and reporting functions.• representing AIATSIS at various forums and events.AIATSIS Application Pack EL2 Director Ethics and Research Governance | 5All roles at AIATSIS require a high level of cultural capability and critical self-reflexivity thatincludes:• an understanding of the AIATSIS vision to create a world in which Aboriginal and TorresStrait Islander people's knowledge and cultures are recognised, respected, celebratedand valued.• an informed, authentic, and respectful understanding of Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander cultures and societies, including ethical research and policy matters related tothe lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.• the capability to incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' voices,experiences, and perspectives in all of our work.The ideal candidate will come with the skills, experience and attributes shown below:• proven ability to shape strategic thinking, provide critical advice, and solve complexissues.• demonstrated experience providing high level expert advice on professional, technical,and administrative matters, particularly relating to research and ethics.• previous experience producing complex written documents including strategic andbusiness plans, reports, briefs, submissions, and operational reports.• demonstrated ability to cultivate and nurture productive working relationships withinternal and external stakeholders.• proven ability to communicate with influence including strong interpersonal, negotiation,liaison, and collaborative skills.• demonstrated ability to lead, contribute to, or present at, various network andstakeholder meetings, forums, and conferences.• experience leading and inspiring teams through exceptional people management,resilience, and capability to manage competing priorities, including a commitment toachieving results and seeing projects through to completion.• a strong understanding of ethical research practice and a demonstrated track record ofundertaking high-quality impactful research.• substantial qualifications and/or work experience in research and/or researchmanagement.AIATSIS Application Pack EL2 Director Ethics and Research Governance | 6What we offerWe understand that you will work best when you have a healthy work-life balance and canattend to your family commitments. That is why we offer,Great salary conditions, ability to negotiate individual flexible salary arrangements.15.4% SuperannuationCompetitive leave entitlements, including 20 days annual leave, 18 days personal leave,Cultural, ceremonial and NAIDOC leave, up to 18 weeks parental leave, and the ability toPaid leave during end of year shutdownHealth benefits including, reimbursements for health promotion activities, eye health and fluFor eligible employees, generous study leave, course fee and materials assistance, toundertake relevant accredited study.Flexible working conditionsWho to contactFor enquiries about this job please contact John Gibbs, 02 6246 1157,If you are experiencing any difficulties accessing or submitting your online application,please contact the AIATSIS Recruitment Team ****** to applyIf this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we want to hear from you! Applythrough our online recruitment system (eRecruit)Closing Date 11.30pm (AEDST) on Sunday 30 June 2024You will need to address both the Cultural Capability (no more than 500 words) and our idealcandidate (no more than 750 words) sections, in your response. Provide a succinct summaryoutlining why you are interested in this position and why you believe that you have thecultural capability, skills, knowledge, and experience to be considered for this role. Pleaseprovide examples which demonstrate your ability to perform the duties of the position.Your cultural competency will carry more weight than other factors in the assessment.These requirements are based on the information provided to you as part of the jobDo not simply state that you meet the requirements - it is essential that you provideexamples from your current or past role(s) which demonstrate how you meet each of thekey areas or points. You should focus on how your experience, achievements andcapabilities will enable you to successfully undertake the responsibilities of the role(s). mailto:****** Application Pack EL2 Director Ethics and Research Governance | 7Applicants are also required to submit a current CV/resume.If you need assistance developing your response, you may want to refer to the applyingfor jobs on the Australian Public Service Commission website:Affirmative Measures positionsJobs in the APS are open to all Australian citizens. There are some jobs, though, that are openonly to specific members of the Australian population. This practice is known as an Affirmativemeasure and is a targeted strategy to ensure the diversity of the APS workforce reflects thediversity of the Australian population.Any job can be restricted to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people only, and it doesn'tnecessarily have to involve working on Indigenous issues. If a position has been advertised asan Affirmative measure, it will be clearly marked as such.The use of the Indigenous Affirmative Measures provision at AIATSIS allows for targetedrecruitment of Indigenous Australians into the organisation. If you are applying for anAffirmative Measures position, you will need to indicate your Aboriginal and/or Torres StraitIslander heritage on our application form and provide confirmation if required.What is Cultural Capability?As all positions at AIATSIS are 'Identified' each position will have various elements ofinvolvement with the delivery of Indigenous specific services, programs, and policies as part ofAIATSIS core functions. AIATSIS therefore needs to also identify the cultural knowledge; skillsand personal attributes needed to deliver the required outcomes.Every part of how we work, who we work with and for, requires varying levels of knowledge ofAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, protocols and an understanding of issues thatenable effective communication and ultimately effective performance in the role. To assist you indetermining the required cultural capabilities of this role, you can refer to the Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Cultural Capability – A Framework for Commonwealth Agencies#J-18808-Ljbffr
