Associate Director, Strategy Implementation

**Associate Director, Strategy Implementation (Aboriginal Identified Opportunity)**
- Join the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner, a group within the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport
- Clerk Grade 11/12 with a salary range of $139,787 - $161,663 per annum plus superannuation
- Ongoing role based in Sydney CBD

**This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.**

**About the role**

The Associate Director role is a pivotal position within the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner, responsible for amplifying First Nations voices, storytelling, and culture within the 24-hour economy of NSW. A key focus of this role is to engage with First Nations people and businesses, ensuring their meaningful participation in the development of vibrant, diverse, and inclusive 24-hour economy precincts. The Associate Director will lead the strategic delivery of the 24-Hour Economy Implementation Plan, managing a portfolio of complex projects and fostering productive relationships with government, industry, and community stakeholders to drive economic growth and inclusivity across NSW.

**About You**

You are a strategic leader with a deep understanding of the 24-hour economy landscape and its evolving trends. You have extensive experience working with First Nations communities, demonstrating a strong network of trusted relationships with Aboriginal Elders, communities, and organisations. You are skilled in managing complex and sensitive consultations, balancing diverse stakeholder expectations, and navigating tight deadlines while delivering multiple project objectives efficiently. You are resourceful, adaptive, and committed to driving positive outcomes for both First Nations people and the broader community.

This is an Identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
- is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

To learn more about the role, please click here to download the role description.

**Key Requirements**
- Experience in embedding First Nations methodologies for systemic and cultural change.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience in providing high-level advice and briefings to the Executive and Board levels.
- Proven ability to manage relationships effectively, influence stakeholders and foster collaboration across internal and external networks.
- Even if you think you’d be a great fit but don’t necessarily tick every box of the role description, we encourage you to still get in touch with us._

**How to Apply**
- A cover letter
- An up-to-date resume that details your capabilities and experience in relation to the above role
- Confirmation of Aboriginality
- Letter of Confirmation of Aboriginality
- Certificate of Aboriginality
- Written confirmation from at least two (2) Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, which addresses the three criteria listed below:

- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
- is accepted as a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
- A statutory declaration (if the applicant has no other formal documentary evidence)

**Closing Date**: Thursday 12 December 2024 [10.00AM]

**Contacts**:
**Working at the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport**

At the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport we bring vibrancy to NSW by growing our creative industries and workforces, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, ensuring a responsible hospitality sector, and putting arts, culture and sport at the heart of our communities.

Together we:

- Create social and economic opportunities for the state
- Support the creation of jobs across the creative, visitor and night-time economies
- Prioritise First Nations artists, stories and culture
- Ensure arts, culture and sport are at the heart of every community to be enjoyed and accessed by all
- Drive visitation through events, campaigns and visitor experience development
- Activate our night-time and creative economies to unlock unique precincts and community spaces
- Deliver a vibrant and responsible hospitality, liquor, racing and gaming environment
- Support NSW’s key Cultural Institutions to ensure access for all, enable commun