Engagement Officer, South Queensland Region

Ongoing & Non-ongoing for an initial period of up to 12 months, Flexible working arrangements will be considered
- Toowoomba, QLD and Rockhampton, QLD (however other NIAA locations considered)
- Location: Toowoomba, QLD and Rockhampton, QLD (however other NIAA locations considered)
- Application Closing Date: 24-Nov-2024

**Classification**

APS Level 5 ($85,633 - $91,549)

**Employment Type**

Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for an initial period of up to 12 months)

Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for an initial period of up to 12 months, with possibility of extension up to a maximum period of two years.

A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement.

**Flexible Work**

Flexible working arrangements will be considered

**The Opportunity**

The Engagement Officer position plays a pivotal role supporting the NIAA to work in genuine partnership and enable self-determination of First Nations Communities. The job is crucial in building collaborative relationships with First Nations people and communities to ensure effective policy implementation that aligns to aspirations of First Nations communities.

Delivering high-quality services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, through effective management of daily activities and collaborative leadership are critical to the success of the role. By fostering strong internal and external relationships, especially with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders, and providing expert guidance and constructive feedback, they contribute to business improvement and uphold a healthy, ethical workplace aligned with APS standards.

This role is essential for ensuring high-quality service delivery and successful project execution within the branch, benefiting both the team and the communities.

These two vacancies are part of the place-based teams located in Toowoomba (1vacancy) and Rockhampton (1 vacancy).

The Toowoomba sub-region covers communities including Charleville, Cunnamulla, Goondiwindi and Cherbourg. Some of the communities within the Rockhampton sub region include, Winton, Longreach, Woorabinda and Gladstone.

Work travel is required as part of the Engagement Officer role. Additional travel to other NIAA sites across the network including Canberra, may be required.
A full driver's license is a requirement for this role.

Do you want to be a Team member that works in genuine partnership to enable the self-determination and aspirations of First Nations Communities?

Do you want to be a part of NIAA that leads and influences change across Government to ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples have a say in the decisions that affect them?

Then we want you

This role includes the following duties and is expected to be conducted with limited direction:

- a high level of cultural acumen and understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- strong stakeholder engagement skills and a demonstrated ability to develop positive and productive relationships across NIAA as well as with external stakeholders
- a high level of written and verbal communication skills including the ability to tailor communication to different and diverse audiences including the ability to provide high quality information in a clear concise manner
- maintain a firm understanding of local community needs and the services being provided within the community by government and non-government organisations
- well-developed organisational skills, including adapting to change, working with limited direction and managing competing priorities
- be professional, model the NIAA values and behaviors in all aspects of the position and demonstrate sound knowledge of the functions and objectives of the Agency
- demonstrate analytical, research and problem-solving skills
- exercise excellent decision-making skills and judgement and have the ability to work independently and respond quickly.

**Identified Position**

This position is Identified which signifies that the role has strong involvement in matters relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This position is required to liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and service providers. You will require cultural competency, including:

- understanding of the matters impacting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- demonstrated capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency.

**Eligibility**

To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.

**Security Clearance Required**

Baseline Vetting (Protected)

**Contact Officer