Project Officer, First Nations Partnerships

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Project Officer, First Nations Partnerships Join to apply for the Project Officer, First Nations Partnerships role at Greater Western Water . 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants. Permanent Part-Time 4 days per week | Hybrid $94,700 + 11.5% super Contribute to the partnerships. About Greater Western Water We’re water… and more.GWW is a Victorian government-owned water corporation that provides an essential service to some of the fastest-growing communities in Australia, stretching from Melbourne’s CBD to Lancefield in the north and Bacchus Marsh in the west. Benefits We embrace flexibility and connection with a balance of on-site and WFH. Free onsite parking (subject to availability). Gender neutral, 16-week parental leave. Monthly work-life balance day off to treat yourself (if full-time). Free income protection and salary continuance insurance. Access to corporate health insurance deals with major providers. Wellbeing, prayer, and sensory rooms in the Footscray and Sunbury office. The opportunity The Project Officer, First Nations Partnerships role involves providing administrative support for Partnership agreements with Traditional Owners and the Reconciliation Action Plan Steering Committee, while monitoring deliverables within GWW’s Reconciliation Action Plan. The position supports the Team Leader in developing briefing materials about progress on First Nations projects and collaborates with the Senior First Nations Advisor to promote cultural knowledge and awareness through organised events like NAIDOC Week and Reconciliation Week. The Project Officer will work within a small team and engage with both internal and external stakeholders. Applications from Australian First Nations People are highly encouraged to apply! Responsibilities Contribute to the First Nations work plan, develop the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) RACI, monitor RAP implementation, execute project initiatives, embody GWW values, and set performance goals. Research best practices in developing relationships with First Nations stakeholders and partners. Provide administrative and secretariat support for the Reconciliation Action Plan Steering Committee and events, assist with Partnership Agreements development, manage purchase orders and invoices, and organise meetings. Prepare materials to support formal and informal presentations, including briefing documents for management to engage with the GWW Executive and Board at external forums. Skills & Experience Working with multiple diverse groups to achieve common outcomes. Project management. Event management. Preparation of briefing material to support executive decision-making. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite. An understanding of the issues affecting First Nations peoples. An ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with First Nations people. This role will require the successful candidate to undertake a Working with Children Check (WWCC). See yourself thrive Our vision for GWW is Thriving People and Country. We aim to be as diverse as the communities we serve and are deeply committed to building a workplace where everybody thrives. We’re supportive, inclusive, and friendly, and value everyone for who they are and what they can bring. We’re seeking applicants across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities, and will make reasonable adjustments as required, so please talk to us about what you need. Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which will include reference checks, national police checks, and working rights in Australia checks. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Other Industries Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr