Manager, Aboriginal Partnership and Engagement
Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC – East Melbourne VIC
First Peoples Self-Determination Division at DEECA are seeking a highly talented individual with experience working in partnership with Victorian Traditional Owners across the state. Applicants should be motivated with skills in community engagement, project management, strategic planning, influencing and management.
The Manager, Aboriginal Partnership and Engagement is responsible for providing support across DEECA to build and strengthen meaningful relationships and genuine partnerships with the many distinct Traditional Owners, Aboriginal Communities and key stakeholders.
As Manager, you will competently lead and support your staff, provide direction and clear expectations needed to engage Traditional Owners and Aboriginal Victorians into DEECA business and successfully implement Pupangarli Marnmarnepu, DEECA's Self-Determination Reform Strategy ********* and the Traditional Owner and Aboriginal Community Engagement Framework.
You will use your highly developed skills and wealth of experience to strengthen DEECA's capacity as a culturally safe and inclusive organisation and strategically network, support and advise DEECA portfolios on effective engagement and partnership with Traditional Owners and Aboriginal Victorians.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Victorian Aboriginal cultures and societies including Traditional Owner groups.
Demonstrated experience in working effectively with diverse Traditional Owners and Aboriginal Victorians and ability to strengthen and build relationships and partnerships.
Experience in leading and managing teams.
This is an ongoing position.



The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace
This position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people under s.12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act ****. Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required for appointment to this position. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
We recognise the significant responsibility to enable self-determination, be accountable to Traditional Owners and provide opportunities to strengthen First Peoples' connection to Country. We are committed to creating a culturally safe setting, where individuals feel safe, valued, and able to celebrate their culture, and spiritual and belief systems.
For general information about Aboriginal Employment at DEECA, please contact ******.
We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.
Applications close *****pm on Wednesday, 12 August ****.
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📌 Manager, Aboriginal Partnership And Engagement (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
📍 Melbourne