Manager Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Initiatives

Manager, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Initiatives – Identified

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

• Ongoing Full-Time
• Various locations possible across NSW
• Clerk Grade 11/12 – $149,739 to $173,174 plus superannuation and leave loading.

About the role

• Lead initiatives to support, develop and uplift Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander staff across the NSW public education system, and to foster reconciliation throughout the department and with Communities.
• Actively manage a dedicated team to plan, project manage, deliver (on time and on budget), and report on a range of high priority projects and initiatives, driving strategic impact and positive outcomes.
• Build strong partnerships with Communities, leaders and stakeholders to shape policy and deliver results.

The Manager, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Initiatives, project manages and administers a range of high-priority projects and initiatives, such as Truth-telling, the department’s Reconciliation Action Plan, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mentoring programs, and the department’s cultural awareness program, Everyone’s Business.

The role is responsible for leading the strategic direction through business planning, coaching and development of a team, and delivery of cyclical and responsive reconciliation and Aboriginal workforce initiatives.

For further information please click here to view the role description.

About you

• Bring deep knowledge of Aboriginal histories, cultures and workforce priorities.
• Lead strategy, project management, and delivery, with a clear focus on impact and outcomes.
• Build trusted partnerships with Communities, leaders and stakeholders.
• Create culturally safe, inclusive team environments.
• Drive accountability, risk oversight and high-quality results.
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy, upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG, and ensuring quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

• This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person only. This initiative is authorised by the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.  Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.
• A degree in Indigenous studies, social sciences, human resources, public administration, or a related field, and/or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with legislation and policies related to Aboriginal employment, human rights, and reconciliation.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements.
• 35-hour working week.
• Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
• Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays and leave conditions.
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth.

Yarn-up Information Session

At 2pm on Monday 2 March, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment and Advisory team will host an online Yarn Up (information session) about this role. The session will provide a detailed overview of the recruitment process, including applying for the position and interview to build confidence in your application.

To register your interest, please fill out the registration form (the only required fields are your name and email) and we will be in touch with further details and the meeting link. Alternatively, you may email the team at AboriginalEmployment@det.nsw.edu.au with subject line "Yarn Up" noting the role title.

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role. Please include confirmation that you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person in your cover letter.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.

Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff member (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non-child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa. 

Closing date Thursday 12th March at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Hannah Courtney at hannah.courtney2@det.nsw.edu.au and for recruitment process enquiries please contact Elaine Ordell at elaine.ordell@det.nsw.edu.au

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (youbelong@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.