Lead, Indigenous Data & ICIP Governance

CSIRO; Darwin; Hybrid; AUD 136,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CSIRO is seeking a seasoned leader to shape governance of Indigenous Data and ICIP across the agency. As Manager, you will drive policies, frameworks and practices that uphold Indigenous rights and self-determination, working with Indigenous communities, CSIRO’s Indigenous Science and Engagement Office, researchers and partners.

You will provide strategic leadership, embed culturally safe approaches, and guide governance across research and enterprise activities, ensuring respectful

Qualifications

• A high level of cultural capability shaped by Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing.
• Indigenous community connection and cultural authority as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
• A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience in Indigenous research, governance or related field.
• Experience and understanding of Indigenous Data and ICIP governance principles.
• Ability to influence internal and external audiences to achieve strategic outcomes.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, reporting, presentation and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of CSIRO’s Governance of Indigenous Data Framework, policies, protocols and procedures that uphold Indigenous rights and self-determination.
• Oversee CSIRO’s approach to ICIP compliance and maintain ICIP commitments in line with governance requirements.
• Provide Indigenous knowledge, expertise and perspective to inform organisational strategy, policy and decision-making.
• Collaborate across CSIRO to embed Governance of Indigenous Data and ICIP principles into research, data management, partnerships and enterprise activities.
• Represent CSIRO on internal and external committees and act as a key liaison on Governance of Indigenous Data and ICIP.
• Monitor emerging national and international trends and translate them into practical policies and improvements.
• Develop training, capacity-building and reporting approaches that strengthen organisational understanding and practice.

Skills

Cultural capability

Indigenous knowledge

Governance experience

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification or equivalent

Job description

CSIRO is seeking a seasoned leader to shape governance of Indigenous Data and ICIP across the agency. As Manager, you will drive policies, frameworks and practices that uphold Indigenous rights and self-determination, working with Indigenous communities, CSIRO’s Indigenous Science and Engagement Office, researchers and partners.

You will provide strategic leadership, embed culturally safe approaches, and guide governance across research and enterprise activities, ensuring respectful