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First Nations Officer

Mid levelFull-timeOfficeGold Coast, QLD, AustraliaPosted 3 months agoVerified 1 week ago
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About the job

The First Nations Officer is a full-time job that plays a vital role in supporting meaningful First Nations participation in City projects and events. Located within the First Nations Team, this position focuses on engagement activities and the Reconciliation Action Planning (RAP) deliverables. The team values collaboration, cultural awareness, and advocacy, creating an inclusive environment for all.

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You'll be responsible for

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Supporting First Nations engagement

Assisting the Coordinator First Nations and Senior First Nations Officer in undertaking First Nations engagement on City projects, including documentation preparation and maintaining the City’s First Nations Stakeholder Contract Register.
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Building relationships

Building and maintaining relationships with customers, internal stakeholders, Traditional Owners, and identified First Nations stakeholders to achieve effective participation outcomes.
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Providing advocacy and advice

Providing advocacy and advice for internal requests and public sector First Nations participation, ensuring initiatives are inclusive and respectful of First Nations cultures.

Key criteria

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Cultural awareness experience

Demonstrated experience building cultural awareness within organizations.

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Stakeholder engagement skills

Proven ability to build relationships with First Nations stakeholders.

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Understanding of RAP

Knowledge of Reconciliation Action Plan development and implementation.

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5 criteria for this job
Cultural awareness experience
Demonstrated experience building cultural awareness within organizations.

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Stakeholder engagement skills
Proven ability to build relationships with First Nations stakeholders.

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Understanding of RAP
Knowledge of Reconciliation Action Plan development and implementation.

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Communication skills
Excellent communication skills for providing specialist advice.

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Relevant qualifications
Degree or diploma in public relations or related field.

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