Policy and Engagement Advisor (Canberra)

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Administration) Salary package: $121,359
- $129,772 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms: Full time, Continuing (contingent funded) Position Description and Selection Criteria, please visit the official ANU Jobs website to download the document: Position overview Step into a key role shaping national First Nations economic policy and partnerships. The Policy and Engagement Advisor joins the First Nations Economic Empowerment Alliance (FNEEA) Secretariat, contributing to policy development, stakeholder engagement and delivery of a national reform agenda supporting economic self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Together, the First Nations Economic Empowerment Alliance and the Centre for Indigenous Economic Transformation (CIET) form an Indigenous-led collaboration for transformative economic policy to inform and strengthen the First Nations Economic Partnership. CIET brings research excellence, policy analysis and systems-level insight to turn evidence into practical policy options and capability building. The Alliance brings the authority, experience and networks of First Nations-led organisations, statutory authorities and experts grounded in community realities and rights-based approaches to economic self-determination. The Position The Policy and Engagement Advisor contributes to the Alliance’s policy and partnerships agenda by translating research into actionable policy outcomes and coordinating engagement with First Nations organisations, government, industry and philanthropy. You will lead and contribute to policy development, prepare high-quality briefs and reports, coordinate consultations and engagement activities, and support delivery of policy initiatives and projects. The role works closely with CIET researchers and Alliance partners to ensure policy work is evidence-based, culturally grounded and aligned to national priorities. We’re seeking a highly capable policy professional with experience in policy development, stakeholder engagement and project delivery in complex environments. You will bring solid analytical and communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to build trusted relationships across diverse stakeholders, including First Nations organisations. Experience in government, research, or policy environments will be highly regarded. For further information Corinne Payne, CIET Centre Manager , at Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on ANU values diversity and inclusion and believes employment opportunities must not be limited by socio-economic background, race, religion or gender. The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit Application information In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:
- A statement addressing the selection criteria. No longer than 2-3 pages.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
- Other documents, if required. Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. CLOSING DATE: Thursday 21 May pm (Canberra time) #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rptt4