Description:
An exciting and unique opportunity exists for a talented and passionate individual to join the Community Relations & Heritage Branch in the First Peoples-State Relations Group as the Heritage Project Officer at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.The First Peoples - State Relations Group is responsible for nation leading work in the areas of cultural rights, self-determination, treaty and truth-an extensive program of priority work with First Peoples. We recognise Victoria's First Peoples as the self-determining drivers of Aboriginal affairs in Victoria. We are committed to building ongoing, just and respectful relationships between self-determining First Peoples and the State as a priority focus.
The Group is also committed to promoting Aboriginal leadership and this is reflected in the Group's executive team. Our new and innovative ways of working are made possible by the strategic leadership of our Aboriginal leaders.
Heritage Services provides business and operational support underpinning the work of FPSR. Key responsibilities include administering the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006, which includes protecting and managing Aboriginal cultural heritage, maintaining a register of Aboriginal places and objects, working collaboratively with Registered Aboriginal Parties, and fulfilling the Secretary's role in administering Cultural Heritage Permits and Cultural Heritage Management Plans.
The Heritage Project Officer role supports the administration of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 including protecting and managing Aboriginal cultural heritage, working collaboratively with Registered Aboriginal Parties and other stakeholders. This is a designated position under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 . Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply for this position.
About You
As our ideal candidate, you will have:
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a large range of stakeholders from corporate and government bodies to consultants and Traditional Owners.
- Ability to ensure written communications contain necessary information to achieve their purpose.
- Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities with the ability to meet deadlines while working in pressured situations.
- Ability to use systems and procedures to guide work and track progress.
- Ability to synthesises information from a range of disparate sources and events, including from outside own areas of responsibility.
- Mandatory requirements
- A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in archaeology, anthropology or cultural heritage management.
- Sound knowledge of Aboriginal cultural heritage management issues relevant to south-eastern Australia, including current legislation and policy direction, Aboriginal community aspirations and current challenges and opportunities.
- A current driver's licence.
Current VPS employees are strongly encouraged to apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) platform.
The closing date for this position is Thursday, 27 March 2025.
How To Apply
Apply before the advertised closing date. All applications should include:
- a resume; and
- a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).
Working with us, you can make a difference not just in your career, but in the community where you work and live.
Other Relevant Information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check. DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace.
We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.
12 Mar 2025;
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