This is an Identified position open to all Australian Citizens About the Group The purpose of the Research and Education Group is to define, lead, produce, share and support cutting edge research and learning by, with, and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The Group supports an annual flagship AIATSIS summit and connects AIATSIS with universities and the wider research sector to coordinate and influence research agendas. About the Program Area The Indigenous Country and Governance Unit (ICG) sits within the Research and Education Group. The ICG team undertakes research, delivers workshops, and produces a range of information services in relation to native title and related areas such as governance, land and water management, agreement-making and Indigenous and international rights. The team works closely with stakeholders in the native title sector to ensure the work of ICG aligns with the needs of the native title system, particularly those of native title organisations. Role Summary We are seeking a person with qualifications in law and/or anthropology and extensive experience in native title to work closely with the ICG Director, to develop and deliver native title activities under the ICG work plan. You will also be expected to mentor junior staff, developing their understanding of the native title system. The key duties of the position include applying technical expertise to inform the development of, and to maintain, a wide range of resources to promote a better understanding of native title. drafting submissions in response to proposed legislative reform at both the State and Commonwealth levels. undertaking research, including in relation to native title. cultural heritage. land and water management. human rights. international law, constitutional law. corporate governance. best-practice decision-making and agreement-making to inform the development of ICG activities. engaging effectively and respectfully with a wide range of external stakeholders to build ICG engagement with the native title system, including through the convening of native title events and workshops. mentoring junior staff, supporting their knowledge and skills development in relation to the delivery of ICG activities.
