Partnerships Manager - Aboriginal Health

The OpportunityThis opportunity is offered in accordance with section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 and candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent who meet the selection criteria for this role will be prioritised for appointment.Here at Telethon Kids, our vision is simple; happy, healthy kids!Our Government Relations function sits within the Partnerships & Engagement portfolio. It principally involves engaging with State and Federal Governments to build connections and relationships that influence and impact policies and services to improve the health and wellbeing of children. The aim of the team is to strengthen and better coordinate our engagement with all levels of government so that we speak with one voice as an Institute and are recognised as a trusted partner.We now have an exciting opportunity for a Partnerships Manager (Aboriginal Health) who will support the Director First Nations Leadership and Strategy in the management of partnerships with Aboriginal health and community organisations. The position holder will work with key research teams, particularly those involved in the Aboriginal Grand Challenge and Journey Together research projects, to facilitate three-way interactions between the Institute, our partners in Aboriginal health, and Government.Working within the broader Engagement and Partnerships Team and closely with the Institute's Kulunga Aboriginal Unit, this role will also actively manage partnerships with Aboriginal health and community organisations, supporting their capacity to use evidence-based research to deliver impact.Some of your duties in this role will include, but not be limited to:

• Support our partners to build their capacity to work effectively with Government to influence service delivery and maximise impact.
• Working with the Head of Government Relations, assist in the development of a strategic Aboriginal health engagement strategy to build impact and translation of research outcomes.
• Working with the Research Development team, identify grant opportunities for partners to build capacity and impact and support partners with submissions.
• Track and maintain Government engagement activities in Aboriginal health, including submissions and meetings.

Support internal communication, particularly across Partnerships and Engagement, to support activities. Conveniently located within the Perth Children's Hospital, this exciting opportunity will be offered on a permanent full-time. Part time may be considered for the right candidate.About YouThis position is well suited to someone with experience in Aboriginal health, government relations or stakeholder engagement and a proven capacity to provide advice and support.The key to your success will be your demonstrated experience in the following:

• Good understanding of issues and challenges in the Aboriginal health and community engagement landscape, including the range of State and Federal Government authorities operating this space.
• Good interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
• Ability to research and analyse information and support the development of well-informed policy positions and recommendations.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare proposals and briefing notes and deliver presentations.
• Sound planning and organisational skills, including an understanding of how to use systems and processes to support activities.

We are driving inclusion and diversity as part of the way we work and embrace the diverse career and life experiences of our staff. If you meet a number of the requirements (and not all), we encourage you to submit your application. We also encourage you to address any career disruptions (if applicable) you may have had in your cover letter.About UsOur aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential. We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to acquire knowledge and enhance skills; we embrace all employee differences, foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion, and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations where required.Some of our staff benefits include:

• Additional annual leave over Christmas and Easter.
• Save on tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 of Living expenses and up to $2,650 on Entertainment Benefits each FBT year.
• Extensive health and wellbeing program with weekly events.
• Flexible work options and hybrid working.
• Reward and recognition program.
• Professional development opportunities including access to unlimited online training with LinkedIn Learning.
• Modern offices and end of trip facilities, including sit to stand desks.
• Access to Corporate Health Insurance.
• Staff purchasing discounts including travel, IT Hardware and stationery.

How to applyIf you think that this is the right role and an exciting new challenge for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to navigate to our Career Site to view the Job Description and submit your application.Your cover letter (no more than 2 pages) should specifically address your skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section above.Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with our online portal, please direct your query to recruitment@telethonkids.org.au.If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to recruitment@telethonkids.org.au.Click here for theContact Name: Fiona RocheContact Email:Closing Date: 26/03/2024 Telethon Kids reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.The Telethon Kids Institute is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity pilot program.We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.The Telethon Kids Institute is one of the nation's leading medical research organisations. We are home to a diverse team of more than 1000 staff and postgraduate students dedicated to improving child health and development.
Based within the Perth Children's Hospital at the QEII Medical Centre campus in Nedlands, Western Australia, our purpose-built facility includes state-of-the-art laboratories, collaborative workspaces, clinical suites, and meeting spaces with access to leading-edge technology and research services.Our research teams are among the world's best, and we have strong affiliations with the children's hospital and all the major Western Australian universities.*The successful candidate will be asked to provide a satisfactory National Police Check (obtained within the last 3 months) prior to commencement*