First Nations Advisor (50D)

Position Status: Full time

West Leederville

Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.

Over the last 70 years Relationships Australia WA has been providing relationship support services for individual, couples, families and communities. We are a team of professional and highly motivated staff who are committed to enhancing the lives of communities, families and individuals and supporting positive and respectful relationships.

Help create a culturally protected workplace where people, families and communities thrive.

At Relationships Australia WA (RAWA), our purpose is to help people navigate life's challenges. Every day, our people support individuals, families and communities through counselling, family dispute resolution, family and domestic violence services, mental health support, financial wellbeing programs and community initiatives.

We're looking for an experienced and passionate First Nations Advisor to provide cultural leadership and strategic advice that strengthens cultural safety, supports our First Nations workforce, and deepens our relationships with First Nations communities across Western Australia.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape organisational culture and influence meaningful change across one of Western Australia's leading not-for-profit organisations.

About the Role

Reporting to the Executive Manager People & Culture, you will provide trusted cultural advice and guidance to leaders across the organisation, helping to embed culturally protected practices into our policies, services and workplaces.

Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will:

- Lead and influence initiatives that strengthen cultural safety and inclusion.

- Support the implementation of RAWA's Reconciliation Action Plan and Cultural Safety Framework.

- Provide culturally informed advice to leaders and employees.

- Support the wellbeing, development and retention of First Nations employees.

- Build and maintain respectful relationships with First Nations communities, Elders and partner organisations.





- Contribute to organisational learning, continuous improvement and better outcomes for First Nations clients, staff and communities.

This role is influential and highly collaborative, providing expert cultural guidance while supporting the organisation to build capability and confidence in culturally safe practice.

About You

You are a respected First Nations professional who brings cultural knowledge, lived experience and strong relationship-building skills. You are comfortable working across all levels of an organisation and enjoy partnering with leaders to influence positive change.

You will bring:

- Strong knowledge of First Nations cultures, histories and protocols.

- Experience providing cultural advice or leading cultural safety initiatives.

- Excellent communication, facilitation and relationship-building skills.

- The ability to influence organisational practice through collaboration and trusted advice.

- A commitment to reconciliation, self-determination and improving outcomes for First Nations peoples.

- Experience working within community services, health, government or not-for-profit organisations will be highly regarded.

Relevant qualifications are desirable; however, we recognise that lived experience, cultural knowledge and demonstrated capability are equally valuable.

Why Join Relationships Australia WA?

At RAWA, you'll join a values-driven organisation committed to creating stronger relationships, stronger communities and a culturally safe workplace for everyone.

We offer:

- Salary $100,786 to $ 1074,731 per annum pro rata plus superannuation

- A supportive and inclusive workplace where your voice matters.

- The opportunity to influence organisation-wide change.

- Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.





- Additional wellbeing initiatives and employee support programs.

- Professional development and learning opportunities.

- Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate.

- The opportunity to make a lasting difference for First Nations employees, clients and communities.

Identified Position

This is an identified position and is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants under section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about strengthening cultural safety, supporting First Nations employees and helping build an organisation where everyone feels respected, valued and culturally safe, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications should include:

- A current resume.

- A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

- Confirmation of Aboriginality . The process requires formal confirmation please contact the

Wungening Aboriginal Corporation for the form.

Join us in creating stronger relationships, stronger communities and better outcomes for First Nations peoples.

We value diversity across cultures, genders, sexuality and neurotypes. All interested, skilled and qualified applicants are encouraged to apply

A copy of the position description is available upon request by emailing ******@relationshipswa.org.au

Please contact the Executive Manager People & Culture, Crystal Murphy, 08 6164 01***for more information.

Applications close at 5 pm, Monday 20 June 2026

Relationships Australia WA is committed to being a 'Child-Safe' organisation and expects all staff agree to our Children and Young People Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safe Code of Conduct. Appropriate rigorous reference and background checking will be undertaken, including a Working with Children Check (where applicable), Police checks and identity check. We are committed to the safety and empowerment of all children, including those with a disability and from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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