First Nations Community Engagement Specialist

3 weeks ago

Brisbane, Australia WorkCover Queensland Full time

**Job no**: 493286

**Work type**: Fixed Term - Full Time

**Location**: Brisbane CBD

**Categories**: Partnerships and Relationships Group

**First Nations Community Engagement Specialist (Indigenous** **Identified) - 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract**

This is an Indigenous Identified position. WorkCover Queensland recognises that being of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine occupational requirement for this position, as outlined in s25 of the Anti-Discriminations Act 1991 (Qld).

**About WorkCover Queensland**

At WorkCover Queensland, our vision is to be the best worker’s compensation insurer, to make a positive difference to people’s lives and to keep Queenslanders working. Our flexible work environment allows you to be your best every day and contribute to the big picture.

Our organisation is made up of individuals who collaborate and seek to engage others, working together as One Team. We embrace diversity and value people who bring personal energy and authenticity to everything they do. If you’re someone with a strong values-oriented compass and you want to achieve sustainable outcomes, you will find a great community at WorkCover_._

We are committed to building a safe and respectful workplace, celebrating differences and where all our people feel included. Through our Diversity Council Australia membership, Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan, Age and Work Strategy and profile as a Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women, we continue to strive to do better for all our people, and the Queensland community.

**About the Role**:
At WorkCover Queensland, we're dedicated to advancing First Nations initiatives. We actively seek engagement in co-designing, planning, developing, and monitoring our First Nations Strategy. Our mission is to enhance the delivery of our services, prioritising quality outcomes through collaborative engagement with our customers, our stakeholder groups, and the community, and championing culturally sensitive responses. We strive to support and contribute to a space where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples feel valued and respected, have access to opportunities and resources and can contribute their perspectives and talents to the Queensland community.

Our vision is to support reconciliation by empowering businesses and inspiring careers, and this will be achieved through the delivery of our First Nations Strategy which is currently in development. In the spirit of self-determination this strategy will be developed in consultation with, and delivered by, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples employed in Identified positions within WorkCover.

The role of First Nations Community Engagement Specialist (Indigenous Identified) is accountable for the delivery of WorkCover’s First Nations Strategy in partnership with other business areas. You’ll play a pivotal role in inspiring our customers and stakeholders to support First Nations people, as well as fostering positive relationships and promoting collaboration between WorkCover Queensland and First Nations communities within the workers’ compensation ecosystem and the wider community.

**You’ll** also contribute to**:

- Developing and implementing a comprehensive stakeholder and community engagement strategy with First Nations communities, organisations, and leaders.
- Liaising between WorkCover and First Nations stakeholders, ensuring communication, consultation and collaboration on relevant initiatives, programs and policies
- Building productive partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver and integrate First Nations perspectives, knowledge and practices into business processes, policies, and initiatives.
- Organising and facilitating community meetings, workshops and events to gather feedback, address concerns, and co-design solutions that promote health, safety and well-being of First Nations people.

**A Bit About You**:

- Hold qualifications and a proven background in indigenous studies, social work, community development or a related field
- Demonstrated experience working in community engagement, relationship building, or advocacy roles with a focus on First Nations issues and populations.
- An excellent understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, including the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully, leveraging lived experiences to effectively guide and shape cultural capability, design and delivery of programs and initiatives.
- Strong skills in handling and influencing diverse stakeholder relationships, coupled with the ability to develop and implement strategic plans, initiatives and projects.

As an identified position, part of this role will involve significant interaction with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and their representatives across Queensland. Applicants will need to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander society.

This role will be engaged as

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