Project Officer - Aboriginal Data Sovereignty & Engagement

Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council (AH&MRC) NSW is seeking a Project Officer to support PR4 initiatives focused on Aboriginal data sovereignty and governance. You will assist with coordination, stakeholder engagement, and communications while upholding cultural responsiveness and high ethical standards.

The role involves engagement with Aboriginal communities and organisations, risk management, and producing clear communications across project materials.

Qualifications

• Identified position; applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
• Experience working effectively with Aboriginal communities and organisations.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholder relationships and navigating risks and negotiations.
• Project Officer experience within a regulated, community-based organisation or similar.
• Experience developing written and visual content for social media, reporting and information materials.
• NSW Driver's Licence and ability to travel occasionally.
• Knowledge of Closing the Gap and the Aboriginal Community-Controlled Sector.
• Tertiary qualifications in research, business administration, data, ICT, policy, public administration or similar.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, secretariat and project support to the AH&MRC PR4 Team and stakeholders.
• Assist with scheduling, meeting coordination and preparation of briefings, reports and meeting materials.
• Develop and implement culturally responsive engagement with Aboriginal communities, organisations and project stakeholders.
• Build and maintain positive stakeholder relationships through effective communication and issues management.
• Identify project and stakeholder risks and advise on engagement and communication responses.
• Maintain the AH&MRC PR4 Team inbox and social media accounts.

Skills

Community engagement

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Content creation

Driving license

Aboriginal knowledge

Policy knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Job description

Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council (AH&MRC) NSW is seeking a Project Officer to support PR4 initiatives focused on Aboriginal data sovereignty and governance. You will assist with coordination, stakeholder engagement, and communications while upholding cultural responsiveness and high ethical standards.

The role involves engagement with Aboriginal communities and organisations, risk management, and producing clear communications across project materials.