APS6 Inclusion and Diversity Advisor (Affirmative Measures - Disability)

Currently, there are around 4.3 million Australians with a disability. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) implements the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms in the country since Medicare. As an Agency, we support more than 600,000 participants with a significant and permanent disability, and the families and carers of those living with disability. For many Australians, this will be the first time they receive the disability support they need. The NDIA is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability and will mean a peace of mind for every Australian.

We have an exciting opportunity for an APS6 Inclusion and Diversity Advisor to join the Disability Strategy and Projects team.

The Disability Strategy and Projects team focuses on increasing the NDIA’s Inclusion and Diversity practices by implementing programs, developing strategies, and promotion of cultural initiatives. They also support business areas by analysing data to assess staff experience through staff surveys such as the APS Census.

*Please note - This role is available under Affirmative Measures - Disability. The affirmative measure position is to improve employment opportunities for people with disability in the Australian Public Service. They are open only to people with disability.

As an APS6 Inclusion and Diversity Advisor, you will provide detailed operational support in relation to complex problems. You will assist and coordinate with project management and policy development to support the NDIA’s objectives.

Additional duties include but are not limited to:

• Developing detailed and comprehensive written communications, resources, and awareness material, promoting and increasing inclusion of diversity across the workforce
• Promoting Inclusion and Diversity awareness across the NDIA including facilitating workshops and using other internal communications channels
• Managing and contributing to projects that will establish the NDIA as an employer of choice for people across the intersectionality of diverse personal identity
• Leading, coaching and sharing expertise and technical knowledge with peers, the broader division and across the NDIA, particularly relating to inclusion of all diversity

The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and can effectively engage with employees at all levels. You are confident in building relationships with stakeholders and providing advice on a range of matters to resolve moderately complex to complex enquiries. You will have high levels of integrity and professionalism to support our values and mission, bring a positive and eager attitude, and most importantly you act with integrity and show care for the people you work with.

We work as one team. We are accepting, diverse and driven. We take a shared approach to making progress. We welcome and support each other and encourage different ideas, insights and opinions. We empower and enable each other to be our best. We collaborate, connect and work together to create a workplace that makes us proud. And while we are based far and wide across the country, we make sure nobody feels they are out on their own.

• You will work for a socially inclusive and culturally diverse workplace, that is making a meaningful impact to the lives of more than 600,000 Australians.
• Access to higher superannuation and above market leave entitlements
• Competitive remuneration and working conditions that support a positive work life balance
• Access to ongoing professional development and learning

While this role is ideally performed from Deakin – ACT, Newcastle – NSW, Surry Hills – NSW, Darwin – NT, Brisbane – QLD, Robina – QLD, Adelaide – SA, Hobart – TAS, Geelong – VIC and Perth – WA, remote working arrangements may be considered. We intend to fill this role in an ongoing capacity, however non-ongoing roles up to 12 months may be offered.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.

Applications for this role close @ 11:30PM AEDT, 27 March 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Alex Wiley on 03 5223 0*** or email ************@ndis.gov.au

With the exception of personal details, applications can NOT be edited or updated once submitted for consideration. Please make sure you are completely satisfied with your entire application before submitting.

NDIA is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability (PwD), First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families. NDIA will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.

RecruitAbility applies to this position: The RecruitAbility scheme supports people with disability applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service (APS) by giving you a better opportunity to put forward your skills and experience during the selection process.

The health and safety of workers, Participants and other visitors in our offices is our highest priority. Some roles within the National Disability Insurance Agency are covered by government Health Orders or Directives that require mandatory vaccinations.