Traditional Owner Partnerships and Heritage Officer

3 weeks ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning Full time

The Traditional Owner Partnerships and Heritage Officer is a member of the Forest and Fire Management Planning Unit and will support the implementation of key departmental priorities for Aboriginal and historic heritage management, and Traditional Owner partnerships within the context of forest and fire planning. The role will also support the delivery of key reform actions to enable greater Aboriginal self-determination in land management planning and heritage management.
This is designated position under s.12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- Demonstrable interest and/or experience working with Traditional Owners, First Nation people and groups, and understanding of the opportunities, challenges, issues, policy, and legislation that affects the lives of First Nation people.
- Knowledge of government policy and institutional arrangements in relation to public land, environment, and heritage protection and cultural or natural resource management is desirable.
- Tertiary qualification(s) in social sciences, cultural or natural resource management or public policy, or equivalent applied experience is desirable.
- Experience in using GPS and other map-based products.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 22 January 2023.

**Other relevant information**:
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.
This position is classified as an “identified position” aimed at increasing employment opportunities for Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. The position requires an in-depth knowledge of Aboriginal culture and an ability to communicate with Aboriginal communities. Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
We recognise the significant responsibility to enable self-determination, be accountable to Traditional Owners and provide opportunities to strengthen First Peoples' connection to Country. We are committed to creating a culturally safe environment, where individuals feel safe, valued, and able to celebrate their culture, and spiritual and belief systems.



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