Director of Indigenous Electoral Participation

Ourmob.com.au Chemistry Pty; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Electoral Commission invites applications for the role of Director of the Indigenous Electoral Participation Program (IEPP). This national leadership position oversees a geographically dispersed team and in-community staff to improve electoral participation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

You will establish partnerships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, Indigenous corporations and government agencies, harness evidence and stories of change, and

Qualifications

• Extensive experience building relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities central to design and delivery of AEC work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the IEPP, including in-community staff and dispersed workforce.
• Establish, maintain and strengthen partnerships with Aboriginal organisations, Indigenous corporations, land councils and government agencies.
• Drive evidence-based decision making, including stories of change and place-based indicators.
• Contribute to governance, policy development and evaluation within the agency.
• Lead the branch and AEC Leadership Teams, fostering a proactive culture and professional development.

Skills

Relationship building with Indigenous/

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Policy development & evaluation

Effective communication

Change management

Negotiation

Team leadership

Education

Indigenous studies or community engagement/education qualifications

Job description

The Australian Electoral Commission invites applications for the role of Director of the Indigenous Electoral Participation Program (IEPP). This national leadership position oversees a geographically dispersed team and in-community staff to improve electoral participation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

You will establish partnerships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, Indigenous corporations and government agencies, harness evidence and stories of change, and