Address- Ongoing & Non-ongoing for an initial period of up to 18 months, Flexible working arrangements will be considered
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- Brisbane, QLD; Cairns, QLD; Woden, ACT and Darwin NT
- Location: Brisbane, QLD; Cairns, QLD; Woden, ACT and Darwin NT
- Application Closing Date: 09-Jun-2024
Classification
Executive Level 1 ($121,717 - $138,722)
Employment Type
Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for an initial period of up to 18 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 18 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
In the role of Senior Native Title Engagement Officer you will have responsibility for supporting the delivery of a range of services including governance assistance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporations registered under the CATSI Act, in particular Prescribed Bodies Corporate (PBCs) and Registered Native Title Bodies Corporate (RNTBCs).
The role will include chairing and/or assisting at corporation meetings, management of complaints and disputes, and supporting activities such as registration of PBCs and reporting of RNTBCs.
As a Senior Engagement Officer, you will be required to engage in activities, lead and assist other staff to ensure PBCs and RNTBCs are compliant with the requirements of the CATSI Act and the Native Title Legislation. This applies to existing Corporations and those wishing to register.
Other requirements of the role may include:
- travelling to attend, or present, at relevant meetings, conferences and forums
- presenting training to staff and other agencies on native title or dispute resolution.
Our ideal candidate will ensure timely and quality responses to inquiries and complaints using ORIC’s business systems and processes. You must be able to provide information to Indigenous Corporations, their members and Common Law holders regarding complex matters under the CATSI Act and Native Title legislation.
You will also have experience in interpreting the CATSI Act and Native Title legislation to ensure corporations are complying with the legislations, policy, and regulatory frameworks. You will have the ability to deliver specialist training to assist the Indigenous Corporation with targeted governance and Native Title issues and be comfortable facilitating, observing and/or chairing meetings, representing ORIC in external forums and promoting the role of the registrar and the benefits of the CATSI Act.
You will need to identify opportunities to build PBC capability with skills and processes for managing future disputes and maximising positive outcomes and improved dispute management practices in the sector. Key to your success will be your ability to work collaboratively, forming positive relationships with key stakeholders, communities and corporations to identify the needs and strategies for improving the governance, compliance and sustainability of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations in the region.
Other requirements of the role will include:
- providing clear and consistent communication delegating responsibility, and guiding and developing people
- developing quality assurance and governance procedures, practices, and frameworks
- assessing, evaluating, and recommending opportunities that contribute to continuous business improvements for ORIC
- ensuring ORIC services are coordinated, planned, and strategically linked to ORICs business objectives in order to maximise their impact and effectiveness.
Having experience and/or qualifications in legal practice, native title, alternative dispute resolution, business administration or Certificate IV in training and Assessment would be advantageous.
Identified Position/Affirmative Measure Position
This position constitutes an Affirmative Measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 and is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates.
This position is also Identified which signifies that the role has a strong involvement in matters relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
This position is required to liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, communities and service providers. You will require cultural competency, including:
- understanding of the matters impacting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples
- demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples
- demonstrated capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency
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
Emma Riggs on 02 6150 6*** or **********@oric.gov.au
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.
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