Senior Advisor (First Nations Engagement)

A unique opportunity is now available for a motivated individual to support our team.  As part of this team, you’ll be providing high level support to the Manager in delivering and reporting on the department’s Indigenous Strategy Roadmap.

This role will plan, develop, coordinate and deliver a broad range of activities to support internal and external engagement and delivery plans across key departmental priority areas. You will provide high quality support to the Manager, First Nations Engagement, in delivering and reporting on Infrastructure Management and Delivery’s activities and priorities in relation to the department’s Indigenous Strategy Roadmap and Action Plan.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, coordinating and reviewing briefing notes, submissions, reports, project plans and correspondence.
• Providing high quality and timely advice and analysis to Senior and Executive Management on First Nations engagement and participation issues and opportunities.
• Supporting internal teams with the development of briefing papers, policy documents and intra-departmental communication tools and resources.
• Leading the development and management of reporting systems and tools, document management, guidelines and policies to ensure the First Nations Engagement team meet departmental and legislative requirements.
• Supporting the delivery of key projects and initiatives related to First Nations Engagement.

Mandatory qualifications and conditions

• Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.
• Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.
• Queensland Drivers licence required for the role as intrastate travel will be required.

How to Apply

Apply through the Smart jobs and careers website – QLD/614111/25. Your application needs to include:

• Your current CV or resume, including the names and contact details of two referees. One of the referees must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who can attest to the applicant’s background, knowledge, skills and experience as they relate to the cultural capabilities.
• A short response (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant for the role.

Applications close Monday 3rd February 2025.

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