Identified role for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates Hourly rate contract, 6-months Located in Melbourne, VIC About the Organisation Bank Australia is Australia's largest customer-owned bank, committed to creating positive social, environmental and economic outcomes through responsible banking.
As a certified B Corporation, the organisation balances purpose with profit, placing its customers at the centre of every decision while supporting initiatives that benefit people, communities and the planet.
Rather than maximising returns for external shareholders, Bank Australia reinvests profits to strengthen services, support its members and fund projects aligned with its values.
With a strong focus on sustainability, ethical lending, climate action, First Nations recognition and affordable housing, Bank Australia is recognised as a leader in values-based banking and continues to demonstrate that financial services can deliver meaningful impact alongside commercial success Key Duties Lead the implementation and ongoing delivery of Bank Australia's First Nations Recognition and Respect Strategy.
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with Traditional Owner Groups, First Nations organisations and community-led initiatives.
Identify opportunities to advance First Nations economic empowerment through collaboration with the Impact Lending team.
Work across the organisation to embed reconciliation principles into business practices, products, procurement, climate action, biodiversity initiatives and people strategies.
Build organisational capability by providing expert advice, guidance and education on reconciliation and First Nations matters.




Prepare strategic reports, updates and impact measures for the Executive Leadership Team and Board.
Provide specialist advice on reconciliation-related communications, advocacy and customer engagement.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver meaningful reconciliation outcomes and strengthen community relationships.
Support monitoring, evaluation and continuous improvement of reconciliation initiatives and their impact across the organisation Key Skills and Capabilities Demonstrated experience leading reconciliation strategies, First Nations engagement or Indigenous affairs initiatives.
Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with Traditional Owner Groups, First Nations organisations and diverse stakeholders.
Strong program and project management skills, with experience delivering complex initiatives across multiple business areas.
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively at Executive and Board level.
Experience developing strategic advice, reports and performance measures to support organisational decision-making.
A strong understanding of reconciliation, social impact and First Nations economic empowerment.




Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and embed reconciliation outcomes into organisational practices.
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, ethical leadership and culturally safe ways of working.
Relevant tertiary qualifications in social impact, humanities, business, sustainability or a related discipline, with 7-10 years' relevant experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
For a detailed position description please contact Marisa - ****** This is an hourly rate contract position for a 6-month fixed term.
The rate is $95 per hour + super.
How to Apply Click APPLY or contact Marisa Conlon, Senior Consultant, Talent Acquisition at ****** for further information on the role.
Please submit applications in Word format only by 10am, 12th August ****.
FIRST PEOPLE Recruitment Solutions is a majority Aboriginal owned agency providing contingent contracts, fixed term contracts and permanent recruitment solutions to Government and Corporate Australia.
Our Head Office is based in Canberra with a national reach to all the states and territories, regional and remote areas of Australia.
FIRST PEOPLE Recruitment Solutions acknowledges the traditional owners of country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and community.
We pay our respect to them and their cultures; and to elders past, present and emerging.
Consultant ****** Reference number: ********* Profession:OtherOther Company: First People Recruitment Solutions Date posted: 29th Jul, ****

📌 Senior Reconciliation Advisor (Victoria)
🏢 First People Recruitment Solutions
📍 Victoria