Principal Consultant Aboriginal Engagement The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for a Principal Consultant Aboriginal Engagement to be part of our Industry, Strategy and Partnerships Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.
The Principal Consultant Aboriginal Engagement is part of the Industry Partnerships and Intelligence branch within the Industry, Strategy and Partnerships division, which provides cross-divisional leadership and services in strategic planning, industry partnerships and intelligence, legislative reform, policy and program development and strategic communications and engagement.
The Principal Consultant Aboriginal Engagement plays a key role in providing leadership and expert advice to the planning and delivery of a wide range of Aboriginal engagement and economic development projects that deliver outcomes for aboriginal people and communities in line with PIRSA commitments under its Reconciliation Action Plan and the South Australian Closing the Gap plan.
The role will focus effectively on engagement internally and externally to ensure delivery of PIRSA's commitments across the state. Working as part of a diverse team, the role provides leadership and input to the development of strategy around Aboriginal engagement in the Agency, as well as leading initiatives for employment and development of indigenous employees.
About Us
South Australia is internationally recognised for the quality of its agriculture, food, and wine. Our regions are the backbone of our state and the economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency working in partnership with our primary industries, regional stakeholders and across all levels of government to advance the prosperity and sustainability of South Australia's primary industries and regional communities.
We are a passionate team of around 800 people working across metropolitan and regional South Australia to develop and protect our state's regions and food, wine, aquaculture, fisheries, forestry, grains, livestock, dairy and horticulture industries.
It's no wonder there are so many exciting and diverse career opportunities in our organisation. If you're ready to join us, apply now!
Benefits
At the Department of Primary Industries and Regions, we offer our employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and flexibility.
Our Commitment to Diversity
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age.
Special Conditions Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check (NPC) prior to being made an offer of employment. Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit). Opportunity up to 3 years Essential Qualifications
Demonstrated knowledge and experience working within the Aboriginal community, establishing strategy for business engagement with the Aboriginal community and workplace inclusion and organisational development.
Requirements Possession of a current driver's licence and willingness to drive. Out of hours work and inter / intrastate travel including overnight stays, may be required. You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations. The incumbent will be required to undertake emergency management training and must be willing to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies. Contribute to whole-of-agency working groups developing PIRSA policy responses to significant and emerging issues, as required. Demonstrated knowledge and application of the relevant state and national legislative frameworks associated with aboriginal engagement and policy development and processes. Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the attached applicant instructions, and outline your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Initiative and Strategic Focus capabilities of the attached role description.
Applicants must include the contact information of at least 2 referees with 1 being your immediate supervisor/manager and a completed "Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector" form.
Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency in the government of South Australia, with responsibility for the prosperity of the state's primary industries and regions.
This mission is reflected in South Australia's Strategic Plan targets to grow the contribution made by the South Australian food industry to $20 billion by 2020 and increase regional populations outside greater Adelaide to 320,000 or more by 2020.
South Australia's agriculture, food, wine and forestry industries are a vital part of the state's economy, our largest export sector and a major employer. In 2014–15, they generated about $21 billion in revenue, accounted for 52% of the state's merchandise exports, and employed up to 150,000 people or one in five working South Australians.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency in the government of South Australia, with responsibility for the prosperity of the state's primary industries and regions.
This mission is reflected in South Australia's Strategic Plan targets to grow the contribution made by the South Australian food industry to $20 billion by 2020 and increase regional populations outside greater Adelaide to 320,000 or more by 2020.
South Australia's agriculture, food, wine and forestry industries are a vital part of the state's economy, our largest export sector and a major employer. In 2014–15, they generated about $21 billion in revenue, accounted for 52% of the state's merchandise exports, and employed up to 150,000 people or one in five working South Australians.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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