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).
Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia 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 36-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION
(WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION)
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 15 AUGUST 2022
Job Description
The $50 million Aboriginal Ranger Program is an initiative of the Western Australian Government to foster employment opportunities and positive economic outcomes for Aboriginal people through land management and environmental conservation work, and to build cultural, tourism and education opportunities across the State.
Five (in total) Regional Support Officer roles have been created to assist in the delivery of the program at the local level. Four of the positions will be located in the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions’ Kimberley, Pilbara, Mid-West, Goldfields offices. This position will be based in the Perth metropolitan area but will support the five southwest regions (Swan, South-West, Wheatbelt, Warren and South Coast regions).
Operating under the general direction of the Aboriginal Ranger Program (ARP) Coordinator in Perth, this role will:
- Work to build relationships between the department and Aboriginal ranger groups and ARP grant recipients at the local level.
- Assist Aboriginal ranger groups to form wider partnerships and networks which can broaden opportunities and expand on the work undertaken by these groups.
- Assist ARP grant recipients manage their grant agreement. This could include advising on establishing good systems, identifying and building up the skills necessary to implement works programs and monitoring and reporting on outcomes.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria in a written application. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.
- Evidence of working successfully with Traditional Owners to deliver their land and cultural heritage management aspirations through cooperation and collaboration.
- Highly developed oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated experience in collaborating and liaising with Aboriginal people, external stakeholders, and special interest groups.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of natural resource management, with a preference for someone who has experience in preparing and implementing operational works programs.
- Demonstrated experience in managing projects, organising work and meeting targets and deadlines, as well as high level computer literacy including the ability to use Microsoft Office computer applications, such as Word, Excel and Outlook, and experience of financial management systems.
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 permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency status or a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.
For Further Job-Related Information: Please contact Ms Judith White on (08) 9219 8332, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.
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
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.
Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process can contact the Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.
