Aboriginal Relations Specialist – Closing the Gap

As an Indigenous Liaison Officer, you will play a vital role in building strong, trusted relationships with government, communities, organisations, and stakeholders to achieve outcomes for First Nations people. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The role involves providing cultural intelligence and support to staff and senior executives on matters affecting First Nations people, relevant to the work of DEWR. You will also be responsible for showing initiative and providing targeted on-the-ground support and management for various programs delivered by DEWR.

You will participate in the DEWR Community of Practice on Closing the Gap, representing Queensland State Office and sharing information on the work being done to support First Nations peoples into employment, education, and training. You will lead and contribute to Queensland State Office Closing the Gap initiatives, bringing together staff, providers, and key stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes for First Nations peoples.

Developing a directory of First Nations key stakeholders across Queensland is another critical aspect of this role. You will understand the dispersed caseload and demographic characteristics across Queensland to target activity to most need. You will also identify opportunities to collaborate with service providers, supporting and promoting local place-based activity that enhances the experience and impact of First Nations people in employment and skills programs.

To succeed in this role, you will have a demonstrated ability to work with First Nations communities and organisations, as well as proficiency in Microsoft programs. A driver's licence is essential, and year 12 or equivalent certification is desired but not essential. Your willingness to build a strong knowledge of Queensland regions and employment and skills programs is also crucial.

This role requires a high level of cultural understanding, empathy, and communication skills. As an Indigenous Liaison Officer, you will be part of a team dedicated to improving the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to join a dynamic team, apply now.

• Provide cultural intelligence and support to staff and senior executives on matters affecting First Nations people.
• Show initiative and provide targeted on-the-ground support and management for various programs delivered by DEWR.
• Participate in the DEWR Community of Practice on Closing the Gap.
• Lead and contribute to Queensland State Office Closing the Gap initiatives.
• Develop a directory of First Nations key stakeholders across Queensland.
• Understand the dispersed caseload and demographic characteristics across Queensland.

• Demonstrated experience working with First Nations communities and organisations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs.
• A driver's licence.
• Year 12 or equivalent certification (desired but not essential).

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving the lives of First Nations peoples. As an Indigenous Liaison Officer, you will have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

The successful candidate must hold Australian citizenship or be in the process of obtaining it. Security clearance is also required. Please refer to the Job Information Pack for more information about the role.