Traditional Owner Partnerships Lead, Central West Parks

Parks Victoria; Hamilton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks Victoria is seeking an experienced candidate to lead Traditional Owner engagement during the Central West transition. You will work across Aboriginal communities and government partners to ensure culturally informed engagement and respectful communication as reforms unfold.

The role sits within the Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division, guiding implementation and partnerships and helping shape the future of public land management in Victoria.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in leading and delivering Traditional Owner engagement initiatives in a complex environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain trust-based partnerships with Aboriginal communities, Traditional Owners, and government
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess issues and develop practical solutions
• Understanding of governance, accountability and compliance obligations in public sector operations and Traditional Owner Corporations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver Traditional Owner engagement initiatives in a complex environment.
• Build and sustain trust-based partnerships with Aboriginal communities, Traditional Owners, and government.
• Provide analytical input to assess issues and develop practical solutions.
• Support governance, accountability and compliance in public sector operations and Traditional Owner Corporations.

Skills

Traditional Owner engagement

Partnership building

Analytical skills

Public sector governance

Job description

Parks Victoria is seeking an experienced candidate to lead Traditional Owner engagement during the Central West transition. You will work across Aboriginal communities and government partners to ensure culturally informed engagement and respectful communication as reforms unfold.

The role sits within the Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division, guiding implementation and partnerships and helping shape the future of public land management in Victoria.