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First People Recruitment Solutions Adelaide SA 6 days ago, from First People Recruitment Solutions The Indigenous Advisory Committee (IAC) is an independent, expert, statutory committee established under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act).
The IAC provides expert Indigenous advice to the Australian Government Minister for the Environment on the operation of the EPBC Act, taking into account the significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' knowledge of the management of land, sea, and the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity.
The positions are part-time and remunerated under the Remuneration Tribunal Determination for Part-time Public Office Holders.
Role of the Chair The Chair, appointed by the minister, will: with the support of the secretariat, ensure the business of the IAC proceeds effectively. impartially facilitate meetings and coordinate IAC advice on key issues, including drawing together the Committee's deliberations into specific points of advice. report on the IAC's deliverables to the minister, as required. be responsible for distributing 'Out of Session' items / requests to members. Requirements for the Chair In addition to the requirements on all members, candidates for the Chair must also have:
demonstrated experience chairing high-level committees or boards and have the time capacity to undertake this role. a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to achieve outcomes. a recognised ability to communicate with influence. strong leadership skills, experience at the highest levels of decision-making, and demonstrable strategic thinking abilities. an ability to successfully lead change to help navigate any evolution of function in the Committee's operations connected with EPBC Act reform. a demonstrated high standard of professionalism, probity, and personal integrity, including the ability to foster and lead a psychologically and culturally safe work environment. Member Requirements All members are to be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples. Members must have:
expertise in Indigenous land and sea management, conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, and/or cultural heritage management. effective communication skills and the ability to communicate and negotiate effectively and respectfully, both verbally and in writing, with members, the minister, and the department's staff and senior executive. proven ability to build relationships, to overcome conflict and contribute to an agreed IAC approach to provide advice to the minister and the department. a strong understanding of the EPBC Act, ministerial priorities, and the department's strategic objectives and an ability to adapt to new and emerging government priorities. time to commit to the role, and the ability to work closely with the Chair and secretariat (provided by the department) to ensure advice is provided in a timely manner, through meetings and out-of-session requests as required. The chair can be located nationally across Australia. Meetings are held in a combination of virtual/remote or in person, largely in Canberra, ACT.
How to Apply Click APPLY or contact Marisa Conlon, Senior Consultant, Talent Acquisition at @fprs.com.au for further information on the role.
Please submit applications in Word format only by midnight, Sunday 24th November 2024.
FIRST PEOPLE Recruitment Solutions is a majority Aboriginal owned agency providing contingent contracts, fixed-term contracts, and permanent recruitment solutions to Government and Corporate Australia.
Our Head Office is based in Canberra with a national reach to all the states and territories, regional and remote areas of Australia.
FIRST PEOPLE Recruitment Solutions acknowledges the traditional owners of country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters, and community.
We pay our respect to them and their cultures; and to elders past, present, and emerging.
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