The OrganisationWe are a leading organisation focused on the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. With a tireless mission to support Aboriginal Community Control and improve health outcomes through advocacy, policy development, and strategic initiatives, we aim to create vibrant, healthy, self-determining communities and embrace the diversity of the Rainbow mob.Role OverviewThe Senior Policy Project Lead will work closely with the Executive Manager, Policy, to liaise with stakeholders and implement the Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Partnership Forum Action Plan. This role will involve managing working groups, developing evidence-based submissions, and contributing to strategic policy initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the implementation of the Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Partnership Forum Action Plan.Manage working groups, including scheduling meetings, creating agendas, and documenting proceedings.Provide strategic, evidence-based advice to senior management and stakeholders.Produce high-quality meeting papers and briefs, ensuring timely and relevant information for decision-making.Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Develop submissions and responses to government inquiries.Assist in producing policy documents, reports, and position papers.Keep members informed about government policies affecting service delivery.Support advocacy initiatives led by executive directors.Collaborate with policy staff across the organisation.Uphold the principles of Culture and Kinship in all work.Essential:Understanding and commitment to holistic Aboriginal health and culture.Experience managing administrative functions for working groups or secretariats.Strong stakeholder engagement.Experience in preparing complex documents and demonstrable experience in preparing briefs, letters, emails, and reports on complex subject matter in a clear and concise manner.Proficiency in Microsoft applications with attention to detail.National Police Check.Working with Children's Check.Desirable Experience:Experience within the Victorian Government public sector.Knowledge of health policy in Victoria.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.Two years or more experience in a similar role.If you wish to apply for this role, you can contact Niamh via email at ****** or on phone 0432332821.Please Note: Roles which involve directly providing programs and services to Aboriginal people for the purposes of promoting their welfare are considered to be 'Aboriginal identified roles'. This is permitted under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. This position is only available to Aboriginal people.Your application will include the following questions:Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
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