The Opportunity:

We are seeking applications from individuals to fill current vacancies and expected future vacancies within the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations (ORIC). In the role of Senior Regional Officer, you will have responsibility for supporting the delivery of a range of services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporations registered under the CATSI Act.
You will be involved in meaningful work focused on:

• assisting Indigenous organisations to register under the CATSI Act including creating their own governance framework and rule book to meet their corporate purpose
• helping corporations to meet the requirements under the Act by supporting them to understand and comply with the Act and their own unique rule book
• supporting corporations with their governance meetings and reporting obligations
• delivering corporate governance training
• managing complaints and disputes, and assisting corporations to resolve matters through good governance
• managing activities such as registration, reporting and call centre operations.Your day will entail variety - working with some of the largest and most impactful Indigenous Corporations, small start-up corporations, and those requiring assistance to realise their aspirations.

This role is for those that can see the value their role plays in strong and successful Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporations that are making positive impacts for Indigenous Australians.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will have the ability to provide timely and accurate responses to enquiries and complaints, using ORIC’s systems. You will be able to: 

• provide advice to Indigenous Corporations regarding complex matters under the CATSI Act
• interpret the CATSI Act
• deliver corporate governance and other specialist training to assist Indigenous Corporations with targeted governance issues and be comfortable facilitating, observing and/or chairing meetings, representing ORIC in external forums, and promoting the role of the Registrar and the benefits of the CATSI Act
• identify opportunities to build corporation capability in relation to governance and operational matters.
• Key to your success will be your ability to work collaboratively, forming positive relationships with key stakeholders, communities and corporations to identify the needs and strategies for improving the governance, compliance and sustainability of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporations in the region.

Our ideal candidates are motivated, agile, resilient, and eager to learn. We are looking for people who:

• enjoy being part of an agile small team
• have demonstrated leadership skills
• have strong verbal and written communication skills and can effectively engage with First Nations people individually and in group settings
• have analytical skills to analyse complex matters
• can manage competing priorities.

As a key part of the role is engagement with CATSI Corporations, you may be required to travel to various locations to deliver training and support.
 
What We Offer:

• We have exciting work with real purpose. We support the aspirations of First Nations Peoples—it’s our driving force. Our work is transformational, you can follow your passion, shape your career and make a difference.
• We value our employees —they’re the heart of our Agency. Employees are supported and empowered to build their career. We are a diverse, inclusive and passionate workforce with an emphasis on continuous cultural learning and tailored professional development.
• Our work relies on strong and trusted relationships — we build partnerships by being authentic, sharing information and giving honest feedback. We collaborate with communities across Australia, all levels of government and many other invested stakeholders.

Eligibility:

• To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.
• The occupant must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected) level security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level. 
• The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check

How to apply:

If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we want to hear from you! Submit an online application through the NIAA Careers Page by 11:30pm Sunday 22 October 2023 AEDT.

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