Senior First Nations Partnerships Manager

2 weeks ago


Footscray, Victoria, Australia Greater Western Water Limited Full time

About the Role


We are seeking an experienced Senior First Nations Partnerships Manager to lead the First Nations Partnerships Team at Greater Western Water Limited.


This is an exciting opportunity to build and lead a team that will work to advance GWW's Healing Country objectives within the 2030 strategy through fostering partnerships with Traditional Owners and First Nations Community groups, enhancing internal capabilities, and executing strategic projects.


The successful candidate will have experience in leadership and good knowledge of Traditional Owner and First Nations People aspirations. They will be able to work collaboratively with Traditional Owners, Traditional Owner groups, diverse stakeholder groups, and water agencies.


The role requires a strong understanding of the critical issues impacting Traditional Owners in Victoria and the ability to drive priorities. The successful candidate will also have knowledge of the water sector and cultural heritage, and be skilled in using common computer programs.


Key Responsibilities



  • Lead the First Nations Partnerships Team in developing annual work plans aligned with corporate strategy, fostering a culture of achievement, and providing thought leadership on policies and partnerships for water and Country management with Traditional Owners.
  • Promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, and collaboration through exemplary leadership. Facilitate activities that enhance cultural awareness and capability within the organisation to support GWW's reconciliation efforts.
  • Develop GWW's capability for proactive and respectful engagement with First Nations groups, focusing on Traditional Owners. Establish internal networks to integrate First Nations values, advocate for their voices, coordinate with other water corporations and government agencies, and ensure early and ongoing engagement between Traditional Owners and Project Managers.
  • Lead the creation and execution of partnership agreements with Traditional Owners in the GWW service area, while managing funding and supporting activities to support their capacity to influence and inform decision-making on self-determined water projects.
  • Collaborate with Traditional Owners to assess water entitlement returns, develop infrastructure and management strategies, and advocate for water rights and justice.

What You'll Need



  • Experience in leadership and good knowledge of Traditional Owner and First Nations People aspirations.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the critical issues impacting Traditional Owners in Victoria and drive priorities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with Traditional Owners, Traditional Owner groups, diverse stakeholder groups, and water agencies.
  • Knowledge of the water sector and cultural heritage.
  • Skilled in using common computer programs and effectively monitor, evaluate, and share the results of our partnerships to the immediate team and the Board.

Preferred Qualifications



  • Current Victorian driver's license.

Designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People


This position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people under s.12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.


About Greater Western Water Limited


We're a Victorian government-owned water corporation that provides an essential service to some of the fastest-growing communities in Australia. We're committed to building a workplace where everybody thrives and are seeking applicants across all genders, and abilities.


We're supportive, inclusive, and friendly, and value everyone for who they are and what they can bring. We're seeking applicants who are excited about this role and are willing to undergo pre-employment checks, including reference checks, national police checks, and working rights in Australia checks.


How to Apply


Please reach out to Michelle Thorp, Talent Acquisition Consultant, on 0408 191 881 for more information about this opportunity.


We're an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.



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