Candidate ID: 7141

An emerging Indigenous policy and project professional with extensive experience across Australian Government departments, specialising in First Nations’ health, aged care and social policy. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, program management, policy development and procurement, with demonstrated ability to deliver strategic advice, lead projects and foster collaborative relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Policy Development
• Strategic Analysis & Problem Solving
• Strategy
• Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management
• Program and Project Management
• Procurement and Contract Management
• Community Engagement

Relevant Experience

Policy Officer / Assistant Director, Australian Government – First Nations Policy and Aged Care
7 years
Delivered strategic policy advice, led program and project initiatives, and managed procurement processes while building strong partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and internal stakeholders.

Policy Officer, Australian Government – First Nations Health Division
3 years
Developed ministerial briefs, coordinated grant assessments, and provided secretariat and engagement support to cross-departmental and national Indigenous health working groups.

Program Manager / Policy Officer, Australian Government – Indigenous Affairs and Broadcasting
2 years
Managed policy, project, and program activities for Indigenous affairs initiatives, including national events, communications, and strategic partnerships with community and industry stakeholders.

Communications & Engagement Officer, Australian Government – First Nations Assessment
1 year
Acted in leadership capacity to support policy development, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery for integrated care and commissioning initiatives for older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.

Inclusion Strategy Officer, Australian Government – Social Services
<1 year
Provided strategic policy support, procurement oversight, and stakeholder engagement for initiatives advancing inclusion and culturally appropriate service delivery.

Location and Availability

Preferred work location: Pert, WA    

Open to Relocating: No

Workplace flexibility: Hybrid 2 days per week at home  

Ability to travel: Yes, Occasional Travel

Availability/notice period: 2 Weeks (ASAP)

Desired salary or salary expectations: $160,000 Plus Superannuation