Manager - Enabling Aboriginal Self-Determination (Identified)Job posted: 21/11/2024Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate ActionOccupation: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander servicesReference: VG/50923039B/The Manager, Enabling Aboriginal Self Determination within the First Peoples Self Determination Division drives end-to-end coordination of DEECA's approach to Aboriginal Self Determination.The Manager works across DEECA's policy areas to ensure Traditional Owner rights and government's commitments to Aboriginal Self-Determination are central to the development of new policies and strategies and carried through to implementation on Country.The position requires a sound understanding and experience in the delivery of complex projects and developing and influencing policy and strategy in Government as well as a high level of cultural capability and experience working with Victorian Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities.This position is classified as an "identified position" aimed at increasing employment opportunities for Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. The position requires an in-depth knowledge of Aboriginal culture and an ability to communicate with Aboriginal communities. Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Specialist/Technical Expertise/QualificationsDemonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and society and ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal people.This is a fixed term position available for a period of 12 Months. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.Applications close at midnight on Thursday, 05 December 2024.Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible WorkplaceDEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.We recognise the significant responsibility to enable self-determination, be accountable to Traditional Owners and provide opportunities to strengthen First Peoples' connection to Country. We are committed to creating a culturally safe environment, where individuals feel safe, valued, and able to celebrate their culture, and spiritual and belief systems.
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