We are looking for a motivated and passionate person to fill an APS 5 Engagement Officer role in the Victoria and Tasmania Regional Office located in Melbourne. We offer challenging, interesting and stimulating work, connecting across all levels of government and working directly with First Nations communities and organisations. In this role, you will be working in a diverse team in Victoria to drive the self-determination aspirations of First Nations communities, while supporting the delivery of the Australian Government's priorities, including implementing the National Agreement on Closing the Gap. Key responsibilities of the Engagement Officer role include: develop and maintain culturally safe relationships with NIAA partners, including Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations, Traditional Owner Groups and other key First Nations stakeholders provide appropriate advice and manage the resolution of emerging issues manage mutually beneficial and diverse relationships to link First Nations communities and organisations with government, non-government and private sector partners assist in local coordination and implementation of key government priorities including the National Agreement on Closing the Gap assist in the local development and high-quality delivery of place-based initiatives in partnership with First Nations communities to improve outcomes and advance self-determination contribute to high-quality briefs, correspondence and advice that require minimal changes to support the Minister for Indigenous Australians, and senior NIAA executives, including the CEO and DCEO monitor and negotiate funding agreements and provide high-quality advice on contractual requirements, performance and reporting conduct research and analysis on matters arising assist in project management of activities. The key duties of the position include Our ideal candidates are motivated, self-starters who are passionate about First Nations self-determination. Roles in the Victorian Region are fast paced, varied, challenging and rewarding. To succeed in the role, candidates will: have a high level of cultural competency and a strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges relating to First Nations people and communities have strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with First Nations people, service providers and other key stakeholders have strong written and communication skills including the ability to contribute to the development of a range of written products such as concise briefs, correspondence, presentations and reports for varied audiences be able to provide policy and program advice, identifying and escalating emerging risks in a timely manner undertake and manage moderately complex projects under the direction of higher classification levels have strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills be flexible and adaptable with the ability to manage competing priorities be highly organised and be able to work independently or under limited guidance demonstrate the ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the workflow and outcomes of a small team performing related tasks. Essential: Must have a current motor vehicle driver's license and be able to travel locally and interstate. In our operating environment across NIAA, staff work closely with community members and develop intimate understandings of the regional and local needs and aspirations of First Nations people. This regional and place-based focus is at the core of our work, and the Engagement Officer Position requires a strong level of engagement.
