- Ongoing & Non-ongoing for an initial period of up to 12 months, Flexible working arrangements will be considered
- APS 6,EL 1
- Darwin NT, Katherine NT, Nhulunbuy NT, Alice Springs NT, Tennant Creek, NT
- Location: Darwin NT, Katherine NT, Nhulunbuy NT, Alice Springs NT, Tennant Creek, NT
- Application Closing Date: 09-Jul-2025
Classification
APS Level 6 ($98,314 - $110,483)
Executive Level 1 ($126,342 - $143,993)
Employment Type
Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for an initial period of up to 12 months)
This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the NIAA delegate.
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
We're excited to announce an opportunity for experienced Engagement Officers and Engagement Assistant Directors in our Central Group Branch located across various locations in the Northern Territory (NT). This is your opportunity to collaborate with communities across the vibrant and diverse geographical footprint of the agency and deliver priority commitments in line with the Australian Government. The positions will be based across the 3 NT Regional Branches of Central Group delivering on the Commonwealth Government's objectives of improving the lives of Indigenous Australians in a place-based setting. Here, you'll work alongside First Nations People, who continue to maintain their connection to country their culture and language.
As an Engagement Officer you will:
- provide strategic advice and specialist expertise across a broad range of activities including economic empowerment programs and initiatives
- develop and maintain complex internal and external relationships with key NIAA stakeholders
- provide appropriate advice and managing the resolution of issues or complaints
- undertake complex procedural, administrative and service-related tasks that support NIAA business activities or management of a project
- understand remote communities by gathering and analysing relevant data to assess the impacts and outcomes for Indigenous Australians
- conduct research and analysis on complex matters within area of expertise
- exercise appropriate delegations and ensure decisions are governed by the application of regulations, best practice principles or the NIAA operating instructions and procedures.
As an Engagement Assistant Director you will:
- work directly within the community, alongside local senior leaders and service providers
- build strong partnerships across all levels of government, driving outcomes that align with the aspirations of communities
- leverage local knowledge and our stakeholder relationships to create connections between community, private sector and all levels of government to contribute to positive outcomes with Indigenous Australians
- draft ministerial briefings, correspondence and executive/minister visits and provide high quality assurance services
- ensure compliance, identification and mitigation of risks to programs, stakeholders and other projects
- lead a team of Engagement Officers and Engagement Team Leaders to plan and deliver the NIAA's work program across a particular region or group of First Nations communities, including funding agreements and place-based initiatives
- provide expert advice and interpretation within technical or professional area, including preparing relevant strategic advice where appropriate.
Our Ideal Candidate
To be successful in this role, you will be authentic, act with integrity and deliver with purpose to achieve high quality results for First Nations people in the region. As the lead Commonwealth Agency for Indigenous Australians affairs, you will need to have an appreciation, awareness and understanding of matters relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities and be committed to strengthening your ongoing cultural competency, as well as demonstrate the following skills and attributes:
The APS6 position will demonstrate the following skills and attributes:
- oversee the development, coaching and mentoring of staff, including maintaining succession planning by investing time into understanding team member's strengths and aspirations
- provide strategic advice and specialist expertise across a broad range of activities including economic empowerment programs and initiatives
- develop and maintain complex internal and external relationships with key NIAA stakeholders, provide appropriate advice and managing the resolution of issues or complaints
- undertake complex procedural, administrative and service-related tasks that support NIAA business activities or management of a project
- understand remote communities by gathering and analysing relevant data to assess the impacts and outcomes for Indigenous Australians
- conduct research and analysis on complex matters within area of expertise
- make decisions using good judgement, expertise, and knowledge
- understand and exercise appropriate delegations and ensure decisions are governed by the application of regulations, best practice principles or the NIAA operating instructions and procedures
- create a culturally safe workplace by fostering an environment where the concept of culture and how it influences the workplace and interactions, is understood. Support the implementation of culturally appropriate strategies for working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
In addition, to be successful in an EL1 Assistant Director Engagement role you will also demonstrate the following attributes:
- exercise sound decision making and judgement to produce high level policy advice
- provide leadership and effectively supervise staff to achieve branch outcomes and the NIAA’s broader strategic directions for its stakeholders, providers and partners
- able to provide constructive management with a focus on capability development, team building and leadership
- draft ministerial briefings, correspondence and executive/minister visits and provide high quality assurance services
- ensure compliance, identification and mitigation of risks to programs, stakeholders and other projects
- lead a team of Engagement Officers and Engagement Team Leaders to plan and deliver the NIAA's work program across a particular region or group of First Nations communities, including funding agreements and place-based initiatives
- provide expert advice and interpretation within technical or professional area, including preparing relevant strategic advice where appropriate
- create a culturally safe workplace by fostering an environment where the concept of culture and how it influences the workplace and interactions, is understood
- guide the implementation of culturally appropriate strategies for working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
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 has direct engagement with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and service providers, or is involved in the development of programmes and policy. You will require a high level of cultural competency, including:
- demonstrated understanding of the matters impacting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- demonstrated high level ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- demonstrated high level capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.
The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check.
Security Clearance Required
Baseline Vetting (Protected)
Contact Officer
Ruth Wall on 08 8958 1200 or [email protected]
Please Note – This is an unclassified web based recruitment system so your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your one page pitch and resume.
