As part of our strategy to increase the diversity of our workforce, Aboriginality is preferred for this position (refer Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), as amended). Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Similar appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
THIS IS A 12-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION
(WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY)
THE APPLICATION CLOSING DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION NOW CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 23 MARCH 2022
Job Description
Rottnest Island Authority’s (RIA) Reconciliation Action Plan 2021-23 (RAP) was launched in November 2021. RIA’s vision for reconciliation is to build respectful, trusting and equitable relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The plan includes a public apology from RIA for the pain and anguish within Aboriginal communities that resulted from the authority’s historical role in the concealment of the history of the Island as a place of incarceration. The apology also acknowledges that many past practices of those entrusted with management of the Island were not respectful of Aboriginal peoples or the cultural significance of the Island.
The Project and Reconciliation Officer undertakes administrative, operational, coordination and project management duties. The role is particularly focused on implementation of the RIA RAP including promoting positive engagement within and outside the organisation, coordinating projects and monitoring and reporting on deliverables.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following five (5) essential criteria. These should be addressed in no more than two (2) pages in total.
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Efficient and timely project and resource management skills and experience including scoping, scheduling and delivery of projects.
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Demonstrated understanding of and experience working with a range of internal and external stakeholders (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples) to deliver results.
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Demonstrated personal integrity and self-awareness including a commitment to public service professionalism and probity.
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Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills (including excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills) and ability to negotiate confidently.
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Experience using Microsoft office suite.
The following desirable criteria will be assessed as required.
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Prior experience working in reconciliation planning and implementation or a related field.
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Specialist cultural knowledge or tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as human rights, human resources, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander studies, community development, administration or heritage.
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Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Note: The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.
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The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current Working With Children Check card prior to commencement.
Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for WA Workforces: An approved COVID-19 vaccine is mandatory for appointment to this position. The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination status before they can commence in the position. Please refer to the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for a majority of occupations and workforces in WA at Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces (www.wa.gov.au).
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to attached Job Description below. The documents attached to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.
Eligibility: To be eligible for fixed-term appointments, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract. To be eligible for the possibility of subsequent permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.
For Further Job-Related Information: Please contact Ms Jane Skippington on 0427 992 516, or further information about the Rottnest Island Authority, please visit www.rottnestisland.com/.
Application Instructions:
To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:
To ensure that you submit the required and appropriate information in your application, please read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.
No late or proforma applications will be accepted.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
Substantive Equality Statement
Rottnest Island Authority supports and values diversity and aims to build a workforce that is representative of the community we live in. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse background and people with disability. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
For adjustments required in the recruitment process, please contact the selection panel convenor.
