- Lead delivery of the IPA Program, partnering with Traditional Owners to support community-led land and sea management outcomes
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Support meaningful environmental and cultural outcomes across Australia
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Work in a collaborative, high-performing team
Identified position
This position is an ‘Identified’ position which signifies that the role has a strong involvement in issues relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The successful applicant must have an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and an ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People.
Who we are
Australia’s natural and cultural heritage is unique and an essential part of our national identity. Parks Australia is a division of the federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW). We work to showcase Australia’s natural and cultural values, demonstrating why these places are special, and inspiring communities to become more invested in their care and future.
The Indigenous Protected Areas (IPA) Program is a grant program which supports First Nations people to manage land and sea for biodiversity conservation and culture values through voluntary agreements with the Australian Government. For more information on the IPA Program see website. For more information about us please visit our website at Indigenous Protected Areas - DCCEEW.
The job
We are seeking an EL2 to lead a Regional Engagement Team delivering the IPA Program. Reporting to the Branch Head, you will work collaboratively with two other IPA EL2s. Regional Engagement Team This team builds strong, respectful relationships with IPA providers, ranger groups and key partners. It works closely with First Nations organisations to support community-led IPA projects on Country, providing practical guidance on planning, reporting, funding requirements and IPA plans of management. Travel to remote and regional areas may be required. You will administer the grant program, review program and budget reporting, monitor progress and help providers navigate operational, governance or workforce challenges. You will also provide advice on environmental matters and contribute to broader program and policy work. These roles suit people who enjoy working directly with groups, solving practical problems, and supporting on-Country delivery.
We are looking for an EL2 staff member to provide strong leadership and foster a high performing, supportive culture within a regional engagement context. Reporting to the Branch Head, the role leads a small team to deliver the IPA Program in partnership with Traditional Owners, proactively driving engagement to ensure IPA providers implement their plans of management and fulfil grant requirements.
What you’ll gain from the experience
Working on the IPA Program will give you the chance to support meaningful environmental, cultural, social and economic outcomes for First Nations communities, including in some of Australia’s most remote regions. You’ll join a high performing, committed team dedicated to delivering strong results.
What we are looking for
We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate the following:
- Can lead complex work programs. You have highly developed judgement and strategic thinking skills and can resolve complex operational, program or policy challenges, providing authoritative advice to senior-level stakeholders.
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You can identify priorities and set direction, allocate resources, oversee project and program delivery, and manage risk to deliver high quality, community led outcomes across Australia
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Have exceptional written and verbal communication, engagement and negotiation skills. You can influence decision-making at senior levels, manage complex stakeholder dynamics, and lead culturally informed engagement with First Nations organisations
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Have experience in working respectfully with First Nations people to achieve shared outcomes
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Have experience in leading teams to deliver high quality outcomes.
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You model inclusive and culturally safe leadership, foster a positive team culture, actively manage performance and support continuous improvement.
Desirable qualifications
- Experience delivering Australian Government funded grant programs will be highly regarded.
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Experience in environmental management, particularly with First Nations communities in the land and sea sector, will be highly regarded.
Eligibility and other requirements
Citizenship - to be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen.
Security Clearance - this position requires a Baseline Vetting security clearance. You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Pre-employment checks - your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, referee checks, character clearance and where required a pre-employment medical assessment, specified mandatory qualification(s) validation and a probation period.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recruitment
You may use AI tools to support your participation in this recruitment process, unless advised otherwise. If you use AI, you must ensure your use is transparent, authentic and truthful, and that all information reflects your own skills and experience.
The department may use AI in a limited, transparent and responsible way to support parts of this recruitment process. AI does not make decisions - all assessments and selection outcomes are made by people.
For more information, see:
- Artificial Intelligence Transparency Statement
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AI in recruitment | Australian Public Service Commission
