Internal Vacancies

First Nations Engagement Officer - First Nations Identified position

• Work with First Nations community partners to identify issues and priorities
• Play a lead role in knowledge sharing between First Nations communities and the Drought and Innovation Hub
• Enjoy the benefits of a large community minded organisation and a friendly, flexible work environment

The role

• Part time, Fixed term – 17.5 hours per week (until June 2026)
• Level 7 - $49,233 to $53,795 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation) 
• Albury-Wodonga, Wagga Wagga and/ or remote working arrangements considered within the Southern NSW footprint

The First Nations Engagement Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring that the Hub’s strategic planning and co-design processes are inclusive of, and sensitive to, the issues and concerns of First Nations Australians. This role involves identifying the needs of First Nations Australians and leading knowledge sharing around drought response resilience and adaptation to drought, and the impact of drought and climatic events on cultural and social wellbeing.

The successful candidate will be required to hold a current C Class drivers licence with the ability to travel to Wagga Wagga at least once a month which may include overnight stays. We encourage applications from those residing in the Southern NSW footprint.

This is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position under section 14 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977. Please be aware you may be asked to provide confirmation of Indigenous Australian Identity.

About you

• Identify as an Indigenous Australian
• Demonstrated experience working with First Nations communities and understanding of their cultural perspectives and needs
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Benefits 

• Work life balance (including a hybrid work model)
• Professional development opportunities
• Generous leave options
• Enjoy salary packaging and sacrifice options
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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About us

The Southern NSW Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub is funded by the Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. Charles Sturt University leads a consortium to deliver people-centred innovation, research, commercialisation and adoption as part of the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. 

The Hub is a consortium of seven regional partners including industry and community groups, researcher organisations and education institutions, resource management organisations and government agencies.

Hosted by Charles Sturt University, the Hub’s primary mission is to support land managers and rural communities in the Southern NSW region in preparing for and mitigating drought impacts and capitalising on opportunities for recovery from drought. We achieve this by working with our partner organisations to provide farmers and communities with valuable knowledge, tools, and practices and by undertaking research were there are knowledge gaps. The Hub acts as a bridge, connecting them with local experts, innovative practices, and cutting-edge research and technologies.

We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish.

The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University – our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place.

Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.

To apply

Click the Apply button and complete your application online, submit a “statement of suitability” demonstrating your skills, knowledge and/or experience relevant to the position (referencing the selection criteria in the position description) and upload your CV. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Dale Stringer | Chief Knowledge Broker | dstringer@csu.edu.au | Ph: 0428 409 680

Closing Date: 11pm, 26 February 2025

Advertised: 05 Feb 2025 09:00 AM - AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 26 Feb 2025 11:00 PM - AUS Eastern Daylight Time