First Nations Policy & Projects Coordinator (APS6) - Hybrid

Talent Corp; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Corp is seeking a Program Coordinator - First Nations Policy & Projects (APS6) to support strategic projects and communications aimed at improving access and outcomes for First Nations peoples with disability. The role blends program coordination, policy development, governance, and engagement across internal teams and external partners.

Location across VIC with hybrid, full-time hours. Australian citizenship is mandatory; applications close 30 October 2026.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in APS, government or similar program/policy work.
• Experience engaging First Nations stakeholders on policy or services.
• Understanding of Commonwealth Government processes, governance, risk.
• Strong written communication: briefs, submissions, reports and exec docs.
• Experience coordinating complex projects and managing priorities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability.
• Ability to analyse evidence and develop practical recommendations.
• Understanding of cultural safety, co-design and First Nations engagement principles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate First Nations-focused projects, policy initiatives and related communications.
• Prepare briefs, submissions, reports, executive papers and communication materials.
• Support engagement and co-design with First Nations communities, organisations and stakeholders.
• Coordinate project planning, governance, risks, milestones and reporting.
• Apply evidence, research and stakeholder insights to policy and program recommendations.
• Develop communications, guidance and learning resources that strengthen cultural capability.
• Identify barriers to service access and support more flexible, culturally responsive approaches.
• Work across policy, program and operational teams to support implementation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Program coordination

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Co-design

Strategic communications

Education

Public policy degree

Indigenous studies

Job description

Talent Corp is seeking a Program Coordinator - First Nations Policy & Projects (APS6) to support strategic projects and communications aimed at improving access and outcomes for First Nations peoples with disability. The role blends program coordination, policy development, governance, and engagement across internal teams and external partners.

Location across VIC with hybrid, full-time hours. Australian citizenship is mandatory; applications close 30 October 2026.