• Ongoing & Non-ongoing for an initial period of up to 12 months, Flexible working arrangements will be considered
• Alice Springs, NT; Woden, ACT (other NIAA office locations may be considered)

• Location: Alice Springs, NT; Woden, ACT (other NIAA office locations may be considered)
• Application Closing Date: 09-Sep-2024

Classification

Executive Level 1 ($121,717 - $138,722)

Employment Type

Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for an initial period of up to 12 months)

This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the NIAA delegate.

Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for an initial period of up to 12 months, with possibility of extension up to a maximum period of two years.

A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement.

Flexible Work

Flexible working arrangements will be considered

The Opportunity

The National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) is seeking experienced, committed and highly skilled Executive Level 1 staff members with a range of expertise to join the Central Australia Plan Implementation team based in Alice Springs NT, Woden ACT or other NIAA office locations subject to agreement.

The team works closely with communities, service providers and the Northern Territory Government to develop and implement solutions in partnership with the local communities in Central Australia. The team implements the Australian Government’s plan for A Better, Safer Future for Central Australia (the Central Australia Plan) and supports the Office of the Central Australia Regional Controller.

In addition, the team undertakes strategic planning for longer term outcomes to address social determinants that contribute to complex problems identified in the Central Australian region. The team’s work is strongly aligned to community and Government’s priorities, including the priority reforms under the National Partnership Agreement on Closing the Gap. A key function of the taskforce is providing strategic secretarial support for the Central Australia Plan Aboriginal Leadership Group.

Working closely with the NIAA’s Central Australian Regional Office, the team works seamlessly across locations, with people based in Canberra, Alice Springs and other NIAA locations across Australia. Alice Springs based staff are responsible for working alongside the existing regional and policy teams to leverage local intelligence and policy insights to deliver outcomes in a place-based approach. Canberra and other staff are responsible for coordinating the Commonwealth efforts to support the implementation of programs and improved delivery of services in the Central Australian region.

Together, the teams influence policy design and model place-based implementation, focusing on activities that empower self-determination for community through genuine partnership and a regional focus. Canberra based staff are responsible for working alongside Commonwealth departments and NIAA policy teams to implement the Central Australia Plan. Travel to Alice Springs is a requirement of the role. The Canberra teams manage a range of policy, program, media and communications and corporate functions to ensure the smooth operation of the team.

We are seeking individuals to assist on both a short and long term basis across a variety of roles including policy and evaluation, secretariat support, implementation and engagement. We would welcome conversations on individual circumstances and preferences. Reasonable relocation support to Alice Springs will be negotiated with successful candidates as well as provision of remote localities support as detailed in our Enterprise Agreement.

Our Ideal Candidate

Taking an evidence-based approach and with a focus on incorporating advice from First Nations peoples, these roles offer the opportunity to work across diverse policies and programs under the Central Australia Plan, influencing strategic engagement, communications and media writing, policy development, implementation and evaluation and data analysis and monitoring.

Our ideal candidates are passionate about understanding the key issues faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Applicants will need to demonstrate cultural competency, including:

• ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with First Nations peoples
• high level of cultural acumen and understanding of the challenges and opportunities related to First Nations peoples
• strong stakeholder engagement and consultation skills and a demonstrated ability to develop positive and productive relationships
• well-developed organisational skills, including the ability to adapt to change and work in a fast paced and high-pressure environment
• experience and understanding of policy and programs development, implementation and evaluation
• high quality communication skills with the ability to tailor approaches to a range of audiences
• ability to use data and evidence to assist in decision making and reporting
• ability to think strategically and appropriately consider risks and impacts
• resilient and forward-looking with strong personal drive and integrity
• ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively within a diverse team
• experience demonstrating strategic and operational leadership and management
• experience working in remote or regional settings demonstrating culturally safe and inclusive practices would be an advantage.

Identified Position

This position is Identified which signifies that the role has strong involvement in matters relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This position is required to liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and service providers. You will require cultural competency, including:

• understanding of the matters impacting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• demonstrated capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check.

Security Clearance Required

Baseline Vetting (Protected)

Contact Officer

Jayne Weepers on 02 6152 3580 or jayne.weepers@niaa.gov.au

Please Note – This is an unclassified web based recruitment system so your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your one page pitch and resume.