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OverviewThe Opportunity: The National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) is looking for a dynamic and driven Assistant Director, Engagement to lead the delivery of transformative programs and policy initiatives that support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.This is a unique opportunity to shape how services are delivered, strengthen community partnerships, and contribute directly to Closing the Gap targets. Your work will have a tangible impact - enhancing program supports, building stronger stakeholder relationships, and improving outcomes in remote communities. Youll be at the forefront of shaping how the Agency engages with First Nations peoples in remote regions of the West Arnhem, Northern Territory.Responsibilitiesdrive program development through strategic influence, quality assurance, and risk managementchampion innovation, identifying innovative approaches to improve service delivery and influence regional plansdrive community engagement that supports stakeholder results, overseeing performance development, reporting and spearheading business improvement ideaslead a team to develop expert advice across the departments operational and policy areas to stakeholders, ensuring programs meet community needslead and inspire a dedicated team, fostering an inclusive and culturally safe workplace.Special requirementscultural competencethe ability to travel to remote communities (4WD and light aircraft)experience in operating in complex policy and/or regional and remote environmentsQualificationsQualifications in community development service area, strength-based community development, and program administration skills, or other transferable skills and experience are highly desirable.Our Ideal Candidateproven ability in strategic planning, program delivery, and managing complex initiatives in remote and dynamic environmentschampioning innovation and collaboration to lead change and elevate performancebuilding respectful, inclusive relationships and contributes meaningfully to cross-agency networkstranslates big-picture strategy into clear team goals and a shared sense of purposeworking with First Nations service providers across government, non-government, and Aboriginal sector organisationsdemonstrated cultural capability and a commitment to fostering culturally safe, inclusive workplacesadept at reviewing and refining programs, policies, and projects to drive continuous improvementskilled in coaching, mentoring, and growing talent and supports ongoing staff development ensuring succession planning is more than a buzzword.solid understanding of public sector delegations, governance, and compliancea track record of leading teams and delivering results that align with NIAAs strategic vision and performance goalsproficient in risk assessment and management using structured frameworks. #J-18808-Ljbffr