Assistant Director, Indigenous Policy & Partnerships

Department of Employment and Workplace Relations; Canberra; On-site; AUD 129,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) in Australia seeks a strategic leader to drive the implementation of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap. Reporting to the Director, you will guide policy development and program delivery, challenging business units to adopt innovative, culturally responsive approaches in genuine partnership with First Nations stakeholders.

This ongoing role involves monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to governance committees, building strong

Responsibilities

• Leading projects and work programs that support implementation of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap and DEWR's Closing the Gap commitments
• Providing strategic and evidence-based advice to senior leaders on policy, program and organisational reform issues affecting First Nations peoples
• Supporting DEWR business areas to implement Priority Reforms and embed culturally responsive and partnership-based approaches across DEWR
• Building and maintaining productive relationships with internal stakeholders and acting as a trusted business partner to support organisational change
• Identifying emerging issues, risks and opportunities and providing practical recommendations to support decision-making
• Contributing to cross-government initiatives and collaborating with the National Indigenous Australians Agency, central agencies and other departments to share better practice approaches
• Leading monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities, including preparation of high-quality briefings, submissions and governance reporting
• Supporting and mentoring team members, sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive and inclusive team culture.

Job description

The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) in Australia seeks a strategic leader to drive the implementation of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap. Reporting to the Director, you will guide policy development and program delivery, challenging business units to adopt innovative, culturally responsive approaches in genuine partnership with First Nations stakeholders.

This ongoing role involves monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to governance committees, building strong