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Overview

Senior Aboriginal Engagement Officer – 0000B1XP

Senior Aboriginal Engagement Officer, Law Enforcement Conduct Commission (LECC). Ongoing role based in Sydney CBD with hybrid working options.

This is an identified role under section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.

About Us

The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission (LECC) is an independent body exercising royal commission powers to detect, investigate and expose serious misconduct within the NSW Police Force (NSWPF) and the NSW Crime Commission (NSWCC). The LECC monitors and reviews complaints about conduct by these agencies and promotes prevention of officer misconduct and corruption. The LECC collaborates to educate and promote prevention, and undertakes independent monitoring of critical incident investigations where appropriate.

The Senior Aboriginal Engagement Officer is part of a small community engagement team within the Commission’s Prevention and Engagement team. The role is to engage and build relationships within Aboriginal communities, increase engagement with Aboriginal communities, and build organisational capacity to ensure access, equity and inclusion of Aboriginal people in a culturally appropriate way. The role may involve engaging people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and other vulnerable communities. A small case load of oversight investigations may be handled to maintain understanding of the Commission’s jurisdiction and functions. Travel for outreach across NSW (including overnight stays) may be required from time to time.

Key Responsibilities

- Engage with Aboriginal communities and build and maintain relationships to promote access, equity and inclusion in a culturally appropriate way.
- Work with culturally and linguistically diverse communities and other vulnerable groups as required.
- Support outreach and community engagement initiatives and, where applicable, manage a small case load of oversight investigations to maintain understanding of the Commission’s jurisdiction.
- Travel for outreach activities across NSW with possible overnight stays.

Qualifications and Experience

- Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with appropriate cultural understanding, empathy and sensitivity.
- Qualifications or demonstrated experience in community engagement and project management, with a sound understanding of engagement principles and practices.
- Experience in engagement and liaison with Aboriginal communities.
- Highly developed communication skills (interpersonal, written and verbal) and the ability to develop collaborative partnerships.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with willingness to learn and share knowledge.
- Ability to supervise the work of other staff members.
- Strong organisational and time management skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to travel when required.

How to Apply

Please submit your up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your relevant qualifications and skills and how you meet the essential requirements of the role.

Your application will need to be submitted on your candidate file via I Work for NSW: www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au

Refer to the Capability Application Tool for practice questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.

To be eligible to apply for this ongoing role you must be an Australian citizen or Permanent Resident.

Security Vetting

A probity assessment to establish reliability, trustworthiness, integrity and suitability of employment. LECC officers are required to obtain and retain a Commonwealth security clearance. The Senior Aboriginal Engagement Officer requires a security clearance at the NV1 level.

For technical issues, contact the I Work for NSW support desk (9:00am–5:00pm, Monday to Friday). Email: support@iworkfor.nsw.gov.au or call 1800 562 679.

Note: Current or former sworn NSW Police Force and Crime Commission officers are ineligible to apply for roles in the LECC.

Our Commitment

- The LECC acknowledges Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
- We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI+, people with disabilities, caregivers, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and veterans.

Location

Sydney Region – Sydney City

Work Type

Full-time

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package: $161,698 p.a. (includes salary $129,464 - $142,665, employer superannuation contributions and annual leave loading).

We acknowledge and respect the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW and their ongoing connection to country and culture.

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