▷ Urgent: Manager Research Stolen Generations Redress/Coordinator Aboriginal History

Manager Research Stolen Generations Redress/Coordinator Aboriginal History Pool Ref 25/6053

Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Location: Perth

Closing date: 9 October 2025, 4:00 PM (AWST)

The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) acknowledges the Aboriginal people throughout Western Australia as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, waters, and communities in which we operate. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal people and their cultures, and to Elders past and present.

About the department

CITS is a diverse agency that supports all Western Australians by giving them opportunities to reach their potential and live their very best lives. Staff in our department work across the portfolios of creative industries; sport and recreation; tourism and multicultural interests. We’re also responsible for supporting major events and infrastructure projects throughout WA.

- We support a sustainable arts and cultural sector that facilitates social and economic wellbeing by building capacity of the sector, the provision of funding and grants, progressing infrastructure projects, providing research, policy, information and support.
- We help maintain a strong and diverse sport and recreation sector by removing barriers to participation, providing funding and support for the sector through grants, infrastructure and major capital projects.
- We promote and support multiculturalism, through the Office of Multicultural Interests, which strengthens communities to ensure WA is a vibrant and effective multicultural society.
- We champion WA’s tourism industry and promote Western Australia as an incredible destination.
- We support the people of WA, including First Nations peoples, to connect to their culture and history through Aboriginal History Western Australia, and the State Records Office.

Why work with us?

Our diverse organisation is supported by talented people from all walks of life and many different backgrounds who are supported to genuinely contribute to inclusivity in the workplace. If you want to work in an inspirational organisation where you have a voice and can contribute to the things that matter to you, then join our awesome team

We are proudly an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity. We support diversity and inclusion in the public sector because it makes us stronger as an organisation, and better able to meet our community’s needs. We strongly encourage people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women and youth to apply. CITS is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. For further information on CITS, visit our website.

About Aboriginal History Western Australia (AHWA)

AHWA is responsible under the State Records Act 2000 for managing access to restricted records created by the Aboriginal Affairs Planning Authority and its predecessor agencies. AHWA provides specialised research services to assist Aboriginal Western Australians seeking their personal and family history information. The unit also undertakes special projects to increase understanding of the shared history of Western Australia and contribute to reconciliation. AHWA provides dedicated research services to help Aboriginal Western Australians trace their personal and family histories. AHWA manages access to restricted records created by former State Government departments responsible for Aboriginal Affairs up to the 1970s. These records are essential for responding to individual research requests and are critical in supporting redress schemes supported by the WA Government.

About the role

The Stolen Generations Redress Scheme recognises the harm and trauma caused by removal of children from their families, communities, culture and Country. AHWA is managing the research component of the Scheme. A specialist research team has been established within AHWA to respond to requests from the Scheme, including assessing applications against available records to determine eligibility.

The Level 7 Manager Research Stolen Generations Redress will lead and manage the Aboriginal History Research Services (AHRS) team to achieve outcomes and build strong relationships with the Aboriginal community and key stakeholders in the development and implementation of AHWA policies, procedures and services.

The Level 6 Coordinator Aboriginal History Research Services plans and coordinates AHRS responses to family history, Redress and other requests, ensures outgoing responses are accurate and compliant with AHRS policy and applicable legislation. The position also supervises the AHRS research team, identifies development needs, and coordinates in-house training programs.

We have one fixed term, full time (75hrs p/f) position available with the possibility of subsequent contracts and/or permanency. This is a multilevel pool for Level 7 and Level 6 appointments within AHWA.

For further information, contact Melanie Walley-Stack, Director Aboriginal History, on 0466 945 454 (this is the only contact for information about the role).

What’s in it for you?

There are lots of benefits to taking up a role with CITS:

- A competitive, award-based salary with annual increments within award bands
- Flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times
- 12% superannuation contribution
- Access to salary packaging arrangements
- 3 additional days of leave per year (public service holidays)
- Study leave/assistance
- Options to purchase additional leave
- 14 weeks paid parental leave, with additional flexibility for new parents returning to work
- Leadership and professional development programs
- Annual professional development planning cycles
- Employee assistance and wellness programs

Location

This role is based at the Perth Cultural Centre.

How to apply for this position

Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:

- A comprehensive CV
- A cover letter of no more than two pages demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the Essential Selection criteria. Please address the Essential Selection Criteria requirements of the highest level that you wish to be considered for.
- Contact details of two referees, with a preference of one from a current/most recent line manager

(As there are multiple levels being advertised, please clearly state which level/s you are applying for in your application).

For further details on how to apply please read Information for Applicants. All Essential Selection Criteria may be assessed during the process. To submit your application, click Apply for Job.

Pre-employment conditions

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must be an Australian citizen, have permanent resident status in Australia or have a visa that allows you to live and work in Australia for the period of employment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the following prior to commencement:

- A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate
- Pre-employment Conflict of Interest form

Further information

If you have any access needs or require adjustments for the application/interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Recruitment and Establishment on (08) 6552 7540 or recruitmentandestablishment@cits.wa.gov.au. Aboriginal applicants seeking assistance can contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64. National Relay Service: Speak & Listen 1300 555 727; TTY/voice 133 677; SMS relay 0423 677 767.

Closing date: 9 October 2025 at 4:00 PM (AWST).

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