Native Title Self-Determiner

2 days ago

Perth, Western Australia beBeeSelfDeterminer Full time $96,000 - $124,000

A dynamic opportunity exists for an experienced professional to assume a pivotal role in advancing the self-determination of First Nations peoples through effective management and strategic partnerships.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation's (ILSC) PBC statutory obligations, including relationship management with Common Law Holders, decision-making processes, governance, statutory reporting, and capacity building activities. The role will involve collaborating with stakeholders, developing and maintaining strong relationships, and ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with relevant legislation.

  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Communicate effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, demonstrating cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Ensure all work is carried in accordance with relevant legislation, including but not limited to; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Act 1995, Native Title Act 1993 and Native Title Regulations (Prescribed Bodies Corporate) 1999.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders, including Indigenous communities, legal experts, academics, government bodies, and representatives.
  • Collaborate on policy and strategy development relevant to PBCs, ensuring the needs and goals of native title holders are represented.
  • Work within and support internal governance processes to meet decision-making, reporting, and compliance requirements.
  • Use analytical skills to create, review, and refine policies, programs, and procedures that support the goals of the ILSC and PBCs.
  • Represent the section on internal committees and at conferences, meetings, and seminars.
  • Draft and present high-level briefings and other correspondence, submissions, governance papers, and reports for various audiences.
  • Oversee government procurement processes, ensuring adherence to Commonwealth Procurement guidelines.
  • Manage contractors and consultants to ensure project outcomes are met.
  • Anticipate, assess, and respond to the impact of changes in Government policy.
  • Develop an understanding of traditional decision-making structures of relevant Common Law Holders to engage effectively.
  • Take initiative in leading or participating in project work, effectively managing priorities to deliver complex projects and achieve competing milestones.
  • Deliver complex projects on time, ensuring milestones driven by statutory obligations are met and aligning outcomes with stakeholder expectations.
Required Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this challenging role, you will require:

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • High level of cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Capacity to develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
  • Experience in policy and strategy development.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks.
Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

  • A competitive salary package.
  • Generous leave entitlements.
  • Flexible hybrid work environment.
  • Not-For-Profit salary packaging.
  • Paid leave over the Christmas and New Year period.
  • Access to generous parental leave.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Generous studies assistance program.
Others

At the ILSC, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we support.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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