About the role

The Projects & Engagement Officer, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Services is responsible for implementing National Archives' Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander strategic and operational initiatives

The successful candidate will develop, deliver and implement projects and programs of work engaging with and enabling Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to connect to and access the national archival collection and services, and will work with external stakeholders, and with business areas across the organisation on related functions, policies and activities.

Under limited direction the main duties of the role are to:

• Undertake project work, planning and reporting, conduct research, analyse and assist with the development, implementation and review of policies, procedures, training material and Memoranda that relate to services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Prepare professional advice on issues relating to the provision of National Archives' services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• Assist in the development, preparation and maintenance of finding aids and related material, such as brochures, fact sheets, indexes, guides and online content that relate to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Represent the National Archives culturally appropriately in engagements, forums and meetings involving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, groups, and organisations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders based on mutual trust, respect and consideration of culture and cultural nuances for respective regions including metropolitan, regional, and remote areas.
• Apply the principles of APS Values, Code of Conduct, workplace diversity, work health and safety and participative management within a work and team environment.
• Promote and apply the National Archives’ Vision, Mission and Commitments as expressed in Strategy 2025–2030: Evolving National Archives and Our Values

The successful applicant must have significant cultural knowledge and solid applied understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities, and demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with peoples where English may not be the first, second or third language.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the role you must be an Australian citizen. If you are selected, you will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at a NV1 clearance level.

Affirmative Measures: The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the 'Racial Discrimination Act 1975'. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people.

Eligible applicants:

• applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; and
• identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander; and
• are accepted by their community as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

Evidence of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status: Confirmation of heritage is a document provided by an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organisation ‘confirming’ or ‘endorsing’ that a person is Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We understand that acquiring this can be difficult, and we are committed to ensuring that this does not become a barrier for candidates. Please visit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment Guide | Australian Public Service Commission (apsc.gov.au) for more information or contact us to discuss this process and let us know how we can support you.

How to apply

You need to apply through our e-recruitment system.

Your application will need to include:

• the names and contact details of at least two referees, one of whom should be a current supervisor.
• your current resume no more than three (3) pages long.
• statement of claims (750 words maximum), describing how your skills, knowledge, and experience/qualifications would enable you to perform the duties of the role taking into account the “Performance Expectations” at the relevant classification and the National Archives’ Vision, Mission and Commitments as expressed in Strategy 2025–2030: Evolving National Archives and Our Values.