Shape your world, in the team that shapes NSW communities, spaces and economies

• Aboriginal Identified Role
• Work on impactful projects that support community outcomes.
• x 2 Ongoing Full Time Opportunities
• NSW office location with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super

This is an Aboriginal Identified role where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977). 

The role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Program Coordinators (Aboriginal Identified) to support the successful delivery of grant-funded projects that benefit Aboriginal communities across NSW.

Working closely with Local Aboriginal Land Councils (LALCs), grant recipients, community stakeholders, government agencies and project partners, you will play a key role in monitoring project delivery, supporting grant recipients, identifying risks, and ensuring funded projects are delivered on time, within budget and in line with program requirements.

These roles offer an opportunity to contribute to meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal communities while building strong partnerships and supporting culturally appropriate project delivery.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Senior Program Coordinator (Identified)

What you will bring to the role

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Strong project or program coordination experience, preferably within grants, community programs or government.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Experience working with Aboriginal communities and stakeholders in a culturally respectful manner.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Strong communication, reporting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience identifying and managing project risks and issues.
• A commitment to delivering positive outcomes for Aboriginal communities.

What is an essential requirement:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or demonstrated equivalent professional experience
• This role requires extensive travel within NSW and a current NSW Driver’s License
• This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.
• Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
• identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
• is accepted as a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If this role sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply with your CV and cover letter. We’d love to hear from you and explore how you can shape your world with us.

Applications close Wednesday, 2^nd September at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Brendon Chatfield via brendon.chatfield@crownland.nsw.gov.au

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process (including an alternate format of the application form) ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.