Regional First Peoples Manager
Hybrid · Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Job Summary
You will build and strengthen organisational capability and cultural awareness while fostering meaningful relationships with First Peoples businesses, employees, and communities. Lead programs to meet First Nations procurement targets and uplift attraction, retention, and career progression of First Peoples employees within Service Stream. Engage internal and external stakeholders to drive outcomes aligned with contract requirements, promote First Peoples engagement initiatives across operations, and oversee relationships with First Peoples businesses, subcontractors and social enterprises. Support implementation of First Peoples Participation Plans, assist in delivering RAP commitments, track progress and report outcomes, collaborate with Traditional Custodians and cultural training providers to enhance team knowledge, participate in strategic projects, share lessons learned, and contribute to continuous improvement. This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified position, emphasizing cultural knowledge and community connection as core requirements. The role offers hybrid working with an office located across from Southern Cross Station, with opportunities for career development and inclusive, diverse work environment.
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in First Peoples community engagement within the services, construction, or infrastructure industry
- Experience in employment programs, procurement, stakeholder engagement, or related disciplines
- Strong relationship-building skills with First Peoples businesses, networks, and communities
- Ability to effectively liaise with a variety of stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and local community groups
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in community services, engagement, or a related field would be advantageous
Additional Requirements
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified position
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