Senior Manager Aboriginal Engagement (Identified)
Job no: 509738
Work type: Temporary full-time
Location: Regional NSW
Categories: Various categories
Occupation: Project Management
Work type: Full-Time
Location: Negotiable, ideally coastal based
Salary Information: Clerk Grade 9/10
About the Role:
The Senior Manager, Aboriginal Engagement leads the Marine Estate Management Strategy Initiative 4 (MEMS I4) protecting Aboriginal cultural values of Sea Country program. You will lead a team in planning and implementing projects that support and increase Aboriginal communities’ participation in the management of Sea Country. The role is integral to the financial accountability and reporting of the MEMS I4 and its linkages with other Strategy initiatives and the Marine Integrated Monitoring Program. 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.
About You:
As our ideal candidate, you will have:
- Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal people, government organisations and communities with the ability to communicate across each of these.
- Demonstrated experience in undertaking engagement activities to support integration of Aboriginal culture and cultural values in natural resource management policies and/or programs.
- An understanding and displayed use of effective ways to plan, coordinate and control projects.
- Ability to manage and lead a team working across a wide geographic area.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Laura McNamara on 0447 430 742 or laura.mcnamara@dpird.nsw.gov.au for further information or any queries.
Applying for the role
Apply online by submitting a current resume (max 3 pages) and brief cover letter (max 2 page) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.
A downloadable copy of the role description is linked for your reference 
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Closing Date: 11:55pm, 2 July 2026
Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.
The successful applicant may also be required to undergo a police check, health assessment, and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process.
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist.
Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.
About Us
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector, and regions.
Additional Information
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.
Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve.
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