Manager, Aboriginal Partnerships and Practice West

Job Description

Manager, Aboriginal Partnerships and Practice West Join to apply for the Manager, Aboriginal Partnerships and Practice West role at Victorian Department of Families, Fairness & Housing THE ROLE Reporting to the Director, West Aboriginal Partnerships and Practice, the manager provides authoritative and strategic advice and guidance to senior leaders and relevant stakeholders regarding implementation of key Aboriginal frameworks and strategies within the region and in particular Korin Korin Balit-Djak . The manager will lead a team of professional staff to deliver identified outcomes across the region according to agreed work plans and in collaboration with stakeholders and staff. They will bring exemplary project management skills, experience in contemporary workplace management and the application of continuous improvement to this position. The role actively works in collaboration with the regional director and other internal stakeholders to influence the development of policy and programs that take into account local needs of the local community. The role provides critical cultural links with Aboriginal communities and the organisation to support the division to: Ensure that Aboriginal community voice is embedded in policy and program development Manage stakeholder and community relationships to build partnerships that enhance wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal Victorians Promote inclusion and access to culturally responsive service provision for all Aboriginal Victorians Prioritise Aboriginal cultural advice and seek guidance for division. Accountabilities Include: Forge strong relationship and partnership connections across identified government and non-government stakeholders to maintain a comprehensive understanding of issues impacting Aboriginal individuals and/or communities in the East Division. Lead identified strategic projects that enhance Aboriginal voice, knowledge and cultural leadership into the development of DFFH policies, professional standards and operating practices focused on improved individual and/or whole-of-community localised outcomes. Provide timely expert advice to senior and executive DFFH leadership to set and achieve key priorities and standards, including managing emerging issues and high areas of risk for government, department and Aboriginal communities in the East Division. A SPECIAL MEASURE PROVISION APPLIES TO THIS ROLE The Equal Opportunity Act 2010 provides for lawful 'Special Measure' provisions, therefore the following has been applied to this role: This is a Designated role - Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply. How To Apply: All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) portal. Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats. Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening. For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs . Please apply to submit your interest in this position. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales Consumer Services #J-18808-Ljbffr