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 applicants who meet the selection criteria will be prioritised for appointment.
THIS IS A 24-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION
(WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION)
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 10 OCTOBER 2023
Job Description
In 2020 the WA Government announced the Wadjemup Project, a historic project to reconcile the history of Aboriginal people’s imprisonment on Wadjemup between 1938 and 1931. The project is one of the first large-scale and genuine acts of recognition of the impact of colonisation on Aboriginal people. The Wadjemup Project involves an Aboriginal-led consultation approach for delivery of the truth-telling strategy, the ceremony strategy and delivery of the memorialisation of the Wadjemup Aboriginal Burial Ground and future use strategy for the Quod (former Aboriginal Prison).
The Project Officer is responsible and accountable for assisting with the Wadjemup Project and providing support on specific deliverables and consultations within the project framework and established timeframes. The role includes liaison with key stakeholders, procurement, approvals and delivery of works including:
- Assisting with facilitating the Aboriginal led statewide Truth-telling and Ceremony Strategy including delivery of project outcomes.
- Assisting with delivery of the Quod conservation works to preserve the building fabric.
- Support and collaboration on the Quod Future Use Strategy and Business Case.
- Assisting with the delivery of the Burial Ground Memorialisation.
- Reporting on the delivery of project outcomes, budgets and tender documentation.
- Compliance, including statutory submissions with relevant Aboriginal/heritage legislation.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following essential criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total. Desirable criteria will be assessed as required.
- Demonstrated experience working with a range of stakeholders (including Aboriginal communities, community groups, heritage practitioners and government agencies) to manage cultural heritage, develop projects and deliver results in a complex operational setting.
- Demonstrated experience managing Aboriginal heritage in compliance with relevant agreements and legislation to meet operational requirements.
- Efficient and timely project and resource management including planning, procurement, scheduling, budgeting and delivering of projects.
- Demonstrated communication skills (including excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills) and ability to successfully develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong ICT skills with demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office software, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and Project.
- Behaviour that reflects Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
Desirable
- A tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as Aboriginal cultural values, heritage, anthropology or project or construction management
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.
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 or Australian permanent residency status or a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.
Relocation Costs: A proportion of relocation costs may be covered at the discretion of the RIA.
For Further Job-Related Information: Please contact Ms Kelly Parks on 0459 337 064, or further information about the Rottnest Island Authority, please visit https://ria.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
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.
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.
