Key function in crafting and driving social investment strategies and partnerships in Australia.National role with strong connectivity with local assets.Full-time opportunity with flexibility to travel as required - Perth or Brisbane based.Where we're all welcomeWe are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success.About the roleWe have an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander leader to join our Communities and Social Performance (CSP) Area of Expertise (AoE) in Rio Tinto's Technical CSP function. This role is for a Principal Advisor, Social Investment Australia to support effective social investment and performance across our national footprint.This role is a great opportunity for a social investment/development expert to support the establishment, refinement and execution of strategic social investment partnerships in support of the Rio Tinto businesses across Australia, with the objective of continuously improving our social performance and long-lasting benefit with host communities.Reporting to the Practice Lead - Social Investment Australia, you will:Contribute to RT's global social investment transformation including implementation of the Social Investment for Impact strategy and framework.Be accountable for the strategy, implementation and performance of our strategic social investment programme - Culture, Heritage and Place.Bring extensive experience in partnership design and development evaluation methodologies.Have a proven ability to deliver/facilitate co-design processes with Indigenous stakeholders/communities.Have a deep understanding of risk management processes.What you'll bringA commitment to the safety and wellbeing of yourself and your team.Degree level qualifications in a social science or related discipline.Good understanding of social, cultural and economic challenges.Broad experience in designing and managing partnerships with Indigenous organisations.Effective influencing skills when engaging with senior leaders.Ability to build and maintain strong and trusted relationships.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline.Extensive experience in delivering successful social investment outcomes.We offer competitive, performance-focused remuneration and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn't align 100%, we still want to hear from you.Rio Tinto is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply.About Rio TintoRio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals and other materials needed for the global energy transition.Where you'll be workingBased in either Brisbane or Perth, you will be part of the Social Impact workstream within the CSP AoE.Every Voice MattersAt Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
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