- Aboriginal Identified Opportunity: Indigenous Partnerships Facilitator
- Package includes salary $106,025 p.a. – $117,363 p.a. plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Ongoing role located in Moama
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Help shape facilitate opportunities for Aboriginal people to shape water and ecological projects on the Murray as the NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) Indigenous Partnerships Facilitator.
About the role
This is an Aboriginal Identified role where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act .
National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for an Indigenous Partnerships Facilitator to provide opportunities for Aboriginal communities to contribute to the conservation of natural and cultural heritage, primarily in the Murray Valley National Park. This role is part of a Murray-wide initiative, The Living Murray (TLM) Program, which celebrates 21 years this year.
As the Indigenous Partnerships Facilitator you will primarily manage the delivery of the Indigenous Partnership Program, playing a key role in collaborating with Aboriginal communities, coordinating community engagement and providing opportunities for Aboriginal people to be involved in both planning and on-ground delivery of cultural and ecological projects. You will work collaboratively within your NPWS team and beyond to oversee the design, planning, delivery, and reporting of multiple community projects.
Please read the Statement of Works to find out more.
About you
You are passionate about making a positive difference working alongside local Aboriginal communities and care deeply about Country, culture and people. You are willing to work with a diverse group of stakeholders and can build and maintain positive relationships.
As an Indigenous Partnerships Facilitator you are capable managing competing priorities and working collaboratively with inter-connected teams. Ideally, you have exposure to high-volume work within a large complex organisation or similar and have a passion for achieving outcomes in a changing and diverse work environment.
To be successful in the role you will have a proven track record in coordinating community engagement opportunities and facilitating opportunities for First Nations people, including:
- Experience in planning, implementing, and reporting on community engagement projects.
- Capacity to manage multiple complex project tasks to meet key project milestones.
- Ability to work with diverse groups
- A positive attitude and a desire to work effectively in a team environment with a collaborative approach.
Essential requirements
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management.
- This is an Identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act ) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria: is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
- Experience in development and delivery of projects, including the development of project plans, monitoring of project timelines, budgets and reporting requirements, and contract administration.
To view the Role Description: Project Officer
To view the Statement of Works: Indigenous Partnerships Facilitator
What we can offer you
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.
- Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.
What we do
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How to apply
Apply by answering all pre-screening questions, submit a current resume and a one-page cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.
DPE strongly recommends all applicants who can be safely vaccinated for COVID-19, to be so.
In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPE supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Kristy Lawrie, Manager Branch Programs
Applications close: Tuesday 8th of October at 11:55pm
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
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