Indigenous Engagement

**Applicants must identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. SBS considers that being Aboriginal and/or a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).**

We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.

**About Us**

SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.

Our purpose, for the last 40 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.

**The Role**

Reporting into the Indigenous Engagement & Partnerships Manager, as the Indigenous Engagement & Partnerships Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in stakeholder engagement. You will leverage your lived experience and deep understanding of Indigenous Knowledge to implement best practices and protocols across SBS. Your primary focus will be to support and foster new and existing partnerships with key Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders on issues affecting SBS and NITV, particularly around culture, knowledge, social cohesion, and media. You will also represent SBS and NITV in First Nations engagement forums, ensuring that engagement reflects content strategy, operational needs, policies, and the SBS Charter.

Additionally, you will support research, policy, and strategy development, provide project support within the Corporate Affairs Division, and collaborate with internal teams to advance the Indigenous content strategy. Managing key stakeholder databases and event calendars, delivering resources and communications, and offering culturally informed advice based on audience feedback are also key aspects of this role. Be prepared to travel and work outside standard hours as needed to coordinate and attend events, ensuring effective engagement and representation of SBS and NITV. Prepare to roll up your sleeves and be an integral part of a collaborative engagement team, working together to uphold SBS’s Charter, Vision, and Values.

**About you**

We are seeking a skilled communicator from the Indigenous sector with strong networks, organisational prowess, and excellent writing skills. You will bring:

- ** Deep Understanding**: A strong grasp of Indigenous communities, cultures, and protocols, with the ability to communicate sensitively, respectfully, and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- ** Relationship Building**: Exceptional interpersonal, influencing, and relationship-building skills, capable of fostering trust and working effectively with external stakeholders and partners at all levels.
- ** Experience**: Demonstrable experience working within the Indigenous sector and/or with Indigenous communities. A minimum of 2 years in a similar role focusing on project management, communications, research, or a related area.
- ** Organisational Skills**: Strong organisational and administrative abilities, including the capacity to meet deadlines, prioritise tasks, and provide administrative support to committee meetings.
- ** Analytical Skills**: The ability to interpret and analyse data to inform future strategic directions is highly desirable.
- ** Stakeholder Engagement**: Proven experience in working with diverse stakeholders.
- ** Preferred Background**: While a background in media, communications, journalism, or editorial is highly valued, it is not essential. A background in community development, Indigenous affairs, or administration would also be an excellent fit for this role.

**Some of the reasons to consider working with us**:

- The people a genuine sense of feeling included (we truly celebrate and welcome difference) and being part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia
- The culture and the engagement of our workforce, we are proud to have an employee engagement score of 82% with low levels of employee turnover.
- A brand that is not only recognisable but trusted and established, we have been broadcasting for over 40 years and we’re not done yet
- We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with FitnessPass.
- We also love to promote from within we have allocated funds to do just that and help with training