Aboriginal Engagement Officer

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia NSW Government Full time

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in strengthening the integrity of law enforcement in NSW, working collaboratively with Aboriginal communities across the state.

We are seeking an experienced Aboriginal Engagement Officer to join our Prevention and Engagement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for engaging and building relationships within the community, increasing engagement between us and Aboriginal communities, and building organisational capacity to ensure access, equity, and inclusion of Aboriginal people in a culturally appropriate way.

As an Aboriginal Engagement Officer, you will have the demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, with an appropriate level of cultural understanding. You will also have highly developed communication skills (interpersonal, written and verbal) and the ability to develop collaborative partnerships.

The ideal candidate will have experience in community engagement and project management, with high level organisational and time management skills. You will have the flexibility to travel across NSW as required for the role.

The successful applicant will undergo a stringent national security clearance assessment. An attractive remuneration package is on offer, including benefits such as an employee assistance program delivered by Benstar.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

  • A demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
  • An appropriate level of cultural understanding
  • Highly developed communication skills (interpersonal, written and verbal)
  • Ability to develop collaborative partnerships
  • Experience in community engagement and project management
  • High level organisational and time management skills

The salary for this position is $85,000 - $105,000 per annum, plus superannuation and other entitlements.

If you are passionate about working with Aboriginal communities and have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please submit your application, which should include a cover letter and up-to-date CV.

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