Regional and Fire Management Services Division Aboriginal Engagement Coordinator DBCA3143022 PSCA, Level 5, $96,307 - $105,254 plus 11% Superannuation
Set on the beautiful King George Sound and Princess Royal Harbour, the charming city of Albany is famous for the breathtaking beauty of its rugged coastline and its early Western Australian maritime history. Today, Albany remains an important port, business centre and boasts a thriving tourism industry. Albany is the retail hub of the Great Southern Region, has an extensive range of health, education and recreation services, and is surrounded by world-class wineries.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN ALBANY
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 2 NOVEMBER 2023
Job Description
Under limited direction:
Working in collaboration with the Aboriginal Engagement, Planning and Lands Branch:
1. Provides strategic and regional leadership for the interface between the department and the Regional Aboriginal Corporations (RACs).
2. Ensures effective working relationships are developed and maintained so that Cooperative Management Committees are established, and Cooperative Management Agreements are implemented, and Joint Management Agreements are established and implemented; as per the Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA).
3. Ensures Aboriginal engagement in advising and informing high level strategic policy associated with the management of all conservation estate (including State forests) within the ILUA Agreement Area, so that Noongar interests regarding cultural and heritage values, economic development, employment strategies and customary activities and land access are promoted.
4. Where Aboriginal engagement results in issues which cross departmental regional boundaries, ensures effective liaison with relevant departmental staff in adjacent regions.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
5. Understanding of and experience in, working successfully with traditional owners to deliver their land and cultural heritage management aspirations and goals through joint management, cooperation, or collaborative arrangements.
6. Demonstrated experience in project management skills and the ability to research and apply knowledge to protect and conserve Traditional Owner heritage and culture.
7. Evidence of highly developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining successful strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders and other interest groups.
8. Evidence of high level written communication skills, including public presentation skills and the ability to use computer software (Word, Excel) for report writing and data analysis.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to attached Job Description below. The documents attached to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.
Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.
Application Instructions:
To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:
9. A covering letter.
10. A written response addressing the above four (4) requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages).
11. A current resume.
To ensure that you submit the required and appropriate information in your application, please read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.
No late or proforma applications will be accepted.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
Substantive Equality Statement
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.
Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
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Position Title Aboriginal Engagement Coordinator Agency Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions Salary Location Albany, Western Australia Unit/Division Regional and Fire Management Services Division Branch South Coast Region Work Type Permanent - Full Time Position No. DBCA3143022 Closing Date Position Title Aboriginal Engagement Coordinator Branch South Coast Region Location Albany, Western Australia Work Type Permanent - Full Time Closing Date Salary Agency Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions Company Information Description
Set on the beautiful King George Sound and Princess Royal Harbour, the charming city of Albany is famous for the breathtaking beauty of its rugged coastline and its early Western Australian maritime history. Today, Albany remains an important port, business centre and boasts a thriving tourism industry. Albany is the retail hub of the Great Southern Region, has an extensive range of health, education and recreation services, and is surrounded by world-class wineries.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN ALBANY
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 2 NOVEMBER 2023
Job Description
Under limited direction:
Working in collaboration with the Aboriginal Engagement, Planning and Lands Branch:
12. Provides strategic and regional leadership for the interface between the department and the Regional Aboriginal Corporations (RACs).
13. Ensures effective working relationships are developed and maintained so that Cooperative Management Committees are established, and Cooperative Management Agreements are implemented, and Joint Management Agreements are established and implemented; as per the Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA).
14. Ensures Aboriginal engagement in advising and informing high level strategic policy associated with the management of all conservation estate (including State forests) within the ILUA Agreement Area, so that Noongar interests regarding cultural and heritage values, economic development, employment strategies and customary activities and land access are promoted.
15. Where Aboriginal engagement results in issues which cross departmental regional boundaries, ensures effective liaison with relevant departmental staff in adjacent regions.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
16. Understanding of and experience in, working successfully with traditional owners to deliver their land and cultural heritage management aspirations and goals through joint management, cooperation, or collaborative arrangements.
17. Demonstrated experience in project management skills and the ability to research and apply knowledge to protect and conserve Traditional Owner heritage and culture.
18. Evidence of highly developed oral communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining successful strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders and other interest groups.
19. Evidence of high level written communication skills, including public presentation skills and the ability to use computer software (Word, Excel) for report writing and data analysis.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to attached Job Description below. The documents attached to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.
Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.
Application Instructions:
To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:
20. A covering letter.
21. A written response addressing the above four (4) requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages).
22. A current resume.
To ensure that you submit the required and appropriate information in your application, please read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.
No late or proforma applications will be accepted.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
Substantive Equality Statement
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.
Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
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