Manager - Office of Aboriginal Policy and Practice - Service Transformation at Department of Education Tasmania

, Trentino – Alto Adige/Südtirol, Italy -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Leadership, Program Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Policy Development, Change Management, Cultural Readiness, Aboriginal Policy, Strategic Planning

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

This role is for an Aboriginal Person in accord with Identified Positions under Employment Direction No. 10. Applications for this EoI are restricted to existing fixed-term and permanent employees within the Tasmanian State Service in accordance with Managing Positions in the State Service 2016 and Employment in the State Service - Employment Direction No. 1. About the Role This role is critical in helping to establish the Office of Aboriginal Policy and Practice and cultural readiness of the Department. When established, the Office will be the Department’s connection to engaging and partnering with Aboriginal organisations across its portfolio interests, and will provide whole-of-agency strategic leadership on Closing the Gap Priority Reforms and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child Placement Principle. The Office will be responsible for ensuring the voices and interests of Aboriginal people, and in particular Aboriginal children and young people, shape decision making and practice across all Department activities. Consistent with the Commission of Inquiry reforms underway, this role will initially be hosted in Child Safety and Youth Justice Operations and will be supported by colleagues working with Aboriginal children experiencing vulnerabilities. This role will deliver benefits for Aboriginal children and young people through provision of strategic leadership and direction in the planning, management and implementation of cross-portfolio key strategic programs and initiatives in support of departmental and whole of government priorities. We are offering * ASAP start for 6 months * Full-time, 73.5 hours per fortnight Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1. We are looking for Essential * The Head of the State Service has determined that this is an Aboriginal identified position and that it will be filled in accordance with the provisions of Employment Direction No. 10: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment in the State Service. * Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment. * The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted: 1 Conviction checks in the following areas: a) crimes of violence b) sex related offences c) serious drug offences d) crimes involving dishonesty e) serious traffic offences 2 Identification check 3 Disciplinary actions in previous employment check Desirable * Relevant tertiary qualifications Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual. Eligibility As of 1 July 2016, determining eligibility for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and services has changed. Full details are available from the Office of Aboriginal Affairs (OAA) website: Office of Aboriginal Affairs [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dpac.tas.gov.au%2Fdivisions%2Fcpp%2Faboriginal-partnerships&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.rye%40decyp.tas.gov.au%7Cd63f64fcc60743355a9508ddffa503c3%7Ca9be3ac70c60491e8b3ba32f8f46aec8%7C0%7C0%7C638947806377846571%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=koVnJZmGkwQrHE2QrDyqQKJI%2FpBV%2F4PG3fQpTQkeW3o%3D&reserved=0] This role is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified role and as such confirmation of eligibility will need to be provided with your application in order to be considered for shortlisting by supplying a certified copy of the completed eligibility form available here: ELIGIBILITY FORM For Tasmanian Government Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and services. [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpublicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com%2F1035%2FClientPublicFile%2Fc8270d12-a0fd-4e5d-9c89-e19a950d3f02.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.rye%40decyp.tas.gov.au%7Cd63f64fcc60743355a9508ddffa503c3%7Ca9be3ac70c60491e8b3ba32f8f46aec8%7C0%7C0%7C638947806377869945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=m8t5j2TU4u%2BgCSFe7YbcufSxp%2FgQOX2YuQt%2B7IrIh34%3D&reserved=0] Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online Statement Of Duties (PDF) [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt4aJtiOHqRcomoGnX_HxO8wCO-KIqfkh2aK4UaA3lYsaqeRa1_CdsOdt-f06uW1vILTZYzh0KwOXzL4kDBwu1u-YEPxVuMAx4Zua29DIR0FgeaF37C98SNAT5gKe-b5y3lHfen997RPalb5Pa6SZ_4Q%7e%7e] Statement Of Duties (DOCX) [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtr9vFk4ihSp-KAwmo66fIXrDzJ8-wQ3LVgCunnFBokO5w7M9eHj8-jWyXH3Qwwbd-goNCwF2dKrOx4qrGMY9qSYnlVTouEeJOO1dGQ_UkvcLNefrAdWSXJ7VAwKWsxzNAvlyz86G_sQX3x9nRlhVesw%7e%7e] How to apply Applications should include: * a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and * a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history. * a valid email address for the purposes of email communication. * The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties. Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria. Applications should be submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on the advertised closing date. More information For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF) [https://documentcentre.education.tas.gov.au/_layouts/15/DocIdRedir.aspx?ID=TASED-1060461114-145]. Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person. Name: Brett Noble Title: Manager - Aboriginal Youth Justice Reform Phone: 0409 804 743 Email: brett.noble@decyp.tas.gov.au

Responsibilities

Establish the Office of Aboriginal Policy and Practice to lead strategic reforms and ensure Aboriginal voices shape departmental decision-making. Provide leadership in planning and implementing cross-portfolio programs to support government priorities for Aboriginal children and young people.