Principal Indigenous Program Officer (Indigenous) AO6

Principal Indigenous Program Officer (Indigenous) AO6

• Duration: Full-time Temporary until 28 July 2025 (with a possibility of extension)
• Location: Townsville
• $114,626 – $122,400 per annum plus 12.75% superannuation

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can contribute to employment and training outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples? Do you enjoy building relationships with various stakeholders?

We are looking for a Principal Indigenous Program Officer to join us in making a difference to people’s lives through vocational education and training. Join our North Queensland Office to help deliver this important work to train Queenslanders now and into the future.

Why you will like working here.

When you join our department, you’re not just taking a job – you’re becoming part of a dynamic team, committed to creating opportunities in a culturally safe and respectful workplace. You’ll benefit from a supportive environment that values your cultural knowledge and lived experience, professional growth, offers diverse career pathways, and allows you to make a genuine community impact.

What you’ll be working on

The Principal Indigenous Project Officer for the North Queensland region drives employment and training outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

• You’ll collaborate with Indigenous communities, organisations, and industry to identify opportunities that enhance training, apprenticeships and employment pathways.
• On any given day, you’ll manage projects, develop initiatives, and provide strategic advice, ensuring Indigenous voices shape regional strategies.
• You will build strong relationships and delivering sustainable results are key.
• You will also represent the department in community forums, contributing to policies that support Indigenous employment and training goals aligned with regional objectives.

You can see the full role description here.

What type of person will be successful?

We are seeking candidates who will advocate for Indigenous voices and thrive on making a difference for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders through their:

• program and project management skills.
• ability to develop knowledge of the vocational education and training sector in Queensland Conceptual, analytical, research and problem-solving skills Stakeholder engagement to sustain effective relationships with a range of stakeholders.

• Commitment to meeting expectations and deadlines, including business objectives and performance targets.
• Ability to recognise and articulate the interests of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to a wide range of stakeholders, including the capacity to effectively communicate and sensitively consult and negotiate following Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander protocols.

Want to know more?

To learn more about this role, we invite you to reach out to Lolla Ingadottir, Team Leader – Economic Participation on 0436 621 436 or by email to lolla.ingadottir@desbt.qld.gov.au.

How to apply

To apply, please visit the SmartJobs website and upload your resume and a cover letter explaining your connection to this important work.  Applications for this opportunity close on 22 January 2025.

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