Job posted
08-5-2022
Applications close in 9 days
Applications close
08-17-2022
Rewarding opportunity to deliver on projects and initiatives that increase opportunity, outcomes and accessibility for Aboriginal communities and people in the Northern Rivers region, NSW. • 3-year full time Identified role • Location: North Coast region • Competitive salary from $131,094 pa plus super (plus flexible work hours)
The Northern Rivers Reconstruction Corporation (NRRC) is a development corporation established following the 2022 floods across Lismore and Northern Rivers region of NSW. It formally came into effect from 1 July 2022. The NRRC manages the rebuilding of these communities by coordinating planning, rebuilding and construction work across multiple government agencies. More information can be found here: https://www.regional.nsw.gov.au/our-work/NRRC In this role as Manager Aboriginal Outcomes, you will play a pivotal role in delivering on Aboriginal Outcomes enabling Northern Rivers business and industries targeting Aboriginal people and communities. This role is accountable for building and maintaining strong program structures, evaluation and reporting; working in collaboration and partnership with Aboriginal businesses and community as a trusted advisor to co-design and deliver initiatives that increase economic participation, business growth and development, land activation, employment, improved skills and employability for Aboriginal people in the Northern Rivers region NSW. This is an identified position under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent and be recognised as being Aboriginal and accepted in the community as such. Under Section 14(d) of the Anti-discrimination Act (1997), Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification, therefore, proof of Aboriginality will need to be provided upon request to ensure you qualify for this position.
In this exciting and varied role, you will: • Work with colleagues to provide a team approach to the successful development and implementation of regional projects, strategies and initiatives that support Aboriginal economic opportunity. • Provide timely and expert advice and prepare reports and briefs for the Director and Senior Management to inform strategic decision making and advise on strategies to effectively engage Aboriginal communities in the development of new policies and programs. • Work with key internal and external stakeholders and Aboriginal people to design innovative approaches to service delivery that meet the needs of Aboriginal people. • Participate in and provide advice to departmental or industry working groups and committees to address identified capability gaps and barriers to Aboriginal participation and procurement opportunities • Maintain effective stakeholder relationships to deliver key Aboriginal outcomes and represent Aboriginal matters of interest on interdepartmental committees relevant to the structure and performance of Aboriginal outcomes. Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent, identify as being Aboriginal and accepted in the community as such, with demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal people and their communities, government organisations and key Aboriginal stakeholders, with the ability to communicate across cultures.
If you would like to find out more about the role or would just like to have a yarn, please contact Craig Jenkins on 0411 248 482 or via [email protected] Exciting career pathways and opportunities: We offer vibrant and exciting career paths for people from a wide range of backgrounds and skills. Once you join the NSW Government, you’ll be supported to develop your skills and expertise through ongoing training, and opportunities to move easily from role to role, and agency to agency across the entire NSW government. Wellbeing: Providing a safe, supportive, ethical, diverse and inclusive workplace for our people is one of our priorities. We run a variety of programs and provide a range of supporting resources to ensure the wellbeing of all our people. Our people: Join DRNSW and you’ll be joining a team of more than 4,000 passionate people spread across a diverse range of disciplines and functions including - public works, land services, fisheries, agriculture and biosecurity. If you’re motivated and passionate about making a difference to the people of regional NSW we invite you to become part of our story.
The Department of Regional NSW was formed in 2020 as a central agency for regional issues. The Department has responsibility for building resilient regional economies and communities, strengthening primary industries, managing the use of regional land, overseeing the state’s mineral and mining resources and ensuring government investment in regional NSW is fair and delivers positive outcomes for local communities and businesses. Need support with your written application? The Aboriginal Employment Strategy (AES) are happy to provide free support and mentoring through the application process / employment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people interested in these positions. Please visit the AES website https://aes.org.au/our-services/recruitment-services/ for more information and contact details. Additional Information: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles of the same standard that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months. The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
