Assistant Director Engagement, West and South

4 days ago

Greater Adelaide SA, Australia Australian Government Full time

Ongoing & Non-ongoing for an initial period of up to 12 months, Flexible working arrangements will be considered
- Adelaide, SA; Ceduna, SA; Port Augusta, SA preferred (however other NIAA South Australia locations may be considered)
- Location: Adelaide, SA; Ceduna, SA; Port Augusta, SA preferred (however other NIAA South Australia locations may be considered)
- Application Closing Date: 14-Nov-2024

**Classification**

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

**Employment Type**

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

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**

This position offers the unique opportunity to work in locations within the NIAA South Australia region to assist, lead and shape the relationships with key partners in Indigenous communities, the Commonwealth, State Governments and private enterprise to positively influence improved Closing the Gap outcomes.

The role works with a considerable degree of independence, under broad direction of the Director and has a key responsibility to manage, support and develop staff within their team. You will be part of a regional team and report directly to the Director providing support, leadership and advise. This regional and place-based focus is at the core of our work and this position requires a strong level of engagement. Working in place, the role is responsible for:

- furthering development and implementation of strategies and projects that will have a positive impact on Closing the Gap targets under the Commonwealth Closing the Gap Implementation Plan
- facilitating engagement, brokering collaboration and building effective partnerships with partners, communities and key internal and external stakeholders
- contribute to strategic plans and lead the development of business cases and project plans for new initiatives
- maintain an awareness of research, trends, developments and reforms, at both State and National levels, on issues affecting Indigenous people.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate and motivated leader who can deliver on the wide-ranging demands of the role with the ability to successfully manage competing and changing priorities. If you feel you demonstrate the below, we welcome the opportunity to hear from you:

- strong track record in leadership, staff management, complex problem solving and strategic partnering
- extensive knowledge and understanding of the local context, Indigenous kinship structures, culture and customs and their associated impact on the journey of Indigenous people and their communities
- demonstrate political nous, well developed critical thinking and ability to draw on evidence to drive innovation, development, implementation and evaluation of policy and programs
- exceptional communication, influencing and interpersonal skills who has demonstrated capability to effectively engage and establish partnerships across a broad range of relevant stakeholders
- motivated individual keen to make a difference and contribute to the NIAA's focus on improving outcomes for First Nations people through partnerships and shared decision making
- mentor, guide and develop team members, including identifying staff learning needs, monitoring and providing feedback on performance and building co-operation within the team to work to common goals.

Essential: Must have a current motor vehicle driver’s license and be able to undertake intra and interstate travel. In our Operating Environment across NIAA, staff work closely with community members and develop intimate understandings of the regional and local needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.

**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 has direct engagement with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and service providers, or is involved in the development of programmes and policy. You will require a high level of cultural competency, including:

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

**Eligibility**

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

**Security Clearance Required**

Baseline Vetting (Protected)

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