Indigenous Engagement Manager

4 weeks ago


Perth, Australia Stockland Full time

The Opportunity - About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Indigenous Engagement Manager to join the team at our Perth Head Office. In this role you will be an active member of Stockland’s National Indigenous Engagement Team and the broader Sustainability and Delivery Team reporting to the National Indigenous Engagement Manager, with a core focus on supporting our Projects and operations across the Western Australia region and communities in which we operate in.

You will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the First Nations Strategy and our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan 2023 – 2026 across the Perth region as well as the development and delivery of First Nations strategies, programs and initiatives across Stockland Projects and Assets that support the Stockland Group Strategy, and the ESG Strategy.

To be successful, you will have existing experience working in a similar role, bring subject matter expertise and a high level of cultural understanding and knowledge to the role and develop collaborative partnerships with key stakeholders which support Stockland teams to help drive our vision for reconciliation in the pursuit of a Better Way to Live through authentic and robust engagement which lead to meaningful local social impact

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • In collaboration with key stakeholders embed reconciliation practices, including cultural learning, Designing With Country, Indigenous employment and procurement, across the delivery and development stages of the business life cycle. 
  • Drive the implementation and delivery of key initiatives and activities relating to the Stockland First Nation Strategy and Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan 2023 – 2026
  • Contribute to the Stockland Reconciliation Working Group providing guidance and support as required
  • Work with Development and Project Managers across the region to develop Indigenous Engagement Plans at a Project and Asset Level
  • Support Development Teams in navigating cultural heritage policy and compliance requirements
  • Drive Indigenous employment and procurement initiatives across all WA Projects and Assets
  • Drive employee engagement in reconciliation activities by leadingthe development, promotion and management of local events to increase the engagement and networking around First Nations Days of Significance and other  to better enhance the understanding and support of First Nations communities, customers and businesses
  • Establish and support community partnerships that contribute to First Nations Engagement and positive social, economic and cultural outcomes, supported by the Stockland Community Partnership Framework.
  • Provide expertise and operational guidance to the business to ensure the delivery of First Nations outcomes (inclusion, access and connection, health and wellbeing, employment, training, education etc) across Group and all business units.
  • Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders and broader sustainability team including CARE Foundation and Social Sustainability Team on identifying emerging and future social/economic/cultural goals, priorities, and initiatives relevant to the region.
  • Be an active member of the National Indigenous Engagement Team
  • Provide input and support to the National Indigenous Engagement Manager on key executive, governance and leadership engagement i.e. Board papers, presentations, reports.

About You

  • Demonstrated 10+ years experience working and engaging with First Nations people, communities and organisations
  • An excellent understanding and awareness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culture and communities
  • An excellent understanding and awareness of current government policy and requirements affecting First Nation communities
  • Experience in developing Project Management Plans and establishing key programs and initiatives to improve their cultural practices to build meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples desirable
  • First Nations background is preferred
  • Development/construction project engagement experience highly desirable
  • Strong experience and Indigenous Employment and Procurement activities
  • Strong self-starter with the ability to initiate, drive and develop new opportunities
  • Strong communicator and storyteller - adept at balancing stakeholders and different perspectives from various cultural contexts.
  • Strong commercial acumen, systems and critical thinking and data-informed approach to challenges and opportunities

The Stockland Proposition

At Stockland we are a community delivering outcomes that benefit the community at large. We work collaboratively and inclusively, building strong working relationships. Our portfolio is diverse and so are the opportunities for professional and career development. We are committed to providing our people with broad experiences to build a successful career.

We recognise the importance of flexibility and work life-quality and over 80% of our employees have informal or formal flexible work arrangements. Additionally, Stockland has a strong commitment to achieving the best outcomes through an inclusive and collaborative culture. Our customers come from diverse backgrounds and we want our teams to reflect this.

We offer competitive remuneration and benefits. Benefits include free to access or subsidised lifestyle, health, well-being and financial services products.

Due to the permanent nature of this role, we can only accept applications from Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or Open Work Visa holders with more than 12 months validity from their role start date.

Apply today – Stockland – it's your place.

Agencies should note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted for this position and Stockland will not pay any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved process. Where appropriate, the Careers @ Stockland Team will work with our preferred panel of agencies to source candidates for roles. Please submit any queries relating to the approved process of submitting candidate resumes or Stockland’s preferred agency panel to careers@stockland.com.au



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