Engagement Senior Officer, South Queensland RegionThe Engagement Senior Officer position plays a pivotal role supporting the NIAA to work in genuine partnership and enable self-determination of First Nations Communities. The job is crucial in building collaborative relationships with First Nations people and communities to ensure effective policy implementation that aligns to aspirations of First Nations communities. Delivering high-quality services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, through effective management of daily activities and collaborative leadership are critical to the success of the role.By fostering strong internal and external relationships, especially with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders, and providing expert guidance and constructive feedback, they contribute to business improvement and uphold a healthy, ethical workplace aligned with APS standards.This role is essential for ensuring high-quality service delivery and successful project execution within the branch, benefiting both the team and the communities they serve.Key Responsibilities:Provide leadership and supervision to achieve South Queensland Region (SQR) and any of the three subregional (Rockhampton, Toowoomba, or Brisbane) outcomes and the NIAA's broader strategic directions for its stakeholders, providers and partners.Establish clear work expectations, systems, and processes.Promote a supportive and positive working environment by providing regular feedback and mentoring.Encourage and support ongoing learning and development opportunities including identification of training needs.Address individual performance and competency using the NIAA Engage Framework.Model responsibility for personal performance by ensuring an Engagement on a Page is formally completed and recorded online.Work travel is required as part of the Engagement Senior Officer role. Additional travel to other NIAA sites across the network including Canberra, may be required. Current driver's licence is essential.Our Ideal CandidateDo you want to be a Team member that works in genuine partnership to enable the self-determination and aspirations of First Nations Communities? Do you want to be a part of NIAA that leads and influences change across Government to ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples have a say in the decisions that affect them? Then we want you!The South Queensland Region (SQR), which encompasses offices in Rockhampton, Toowoomba and Brisbane, is seeking four Engagement Senior Officers who will support strategic initiatives to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across SQR. These roles involve overseeing program delivery, fostering partnerships and supporting place-based program and policy implementation to ensure that community needs and aspirations are met through effective and culturally responsive service delivery. The position is integral to implementing strategies that support place based, local and regional decision-making, enabling communities to have a voice in the policies and programs that affect them.Additional Duties Include:Contribute to a culture that aligns with the NIAA values and fosters high performing teams who are dedicated to achieving quality program outcomes.Plan and coordinate the team's workflow to ensure even distribution and management of priorities.Monitor and report on the sub regional office project performance and workload, implementing remedial action as required.Undertake reviews using internal quality assurance and continuous improvement processes.Provide technical and operational guidance and direction for IAS funded activities and inquiries from across the respective sub regional office.Chair and facilitate forums within the sub regional office and SQR, using approved NIAA governance processes.Represent the sub regional office and contribute to building productive relationships and inclusive networks through collaboration with providers, partners and stakeholders.What We Offer:Exciting work with real purpose supporting the aspirations of First Nations Peoples.A diverse, inclusive and passionate workforce with an emphasis on continuous cultural learning and tailored professional development.Strong and trusted relationships built through authentic collaboration with communities across Australia, all levels of government and many other invested stakeholders.Eligibility: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.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 11:30pm 27 November 2024 AEDT.Please be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad.
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