Executive Director, Truth and Healing Identified

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At the centre of big ideas.

This unique role has the opportunity to make significant and positive impacts on the lives of Aboriginal communities across NSW.
In this role, you will play a crucial role in shaping policies and programs that embed healing, understanding, and collaboration into the ways of working.
Join us and become a part of a team that strives for brighter futures for all!
This is an ongoing Senior Executive Band 2 role, based in Mascot.
Flexibility is part of our DNA.

About the role.
As the Executive Director, Truth and Healing, you are responsible for leading and shaping the Healing paradigm across the NSW Government and the way business is approached.
You will do this by establishing a comprehensive strategic direction that integrates and prioritises investment in community-focused, evidence-informed policy development.
You will leverage research and data insights to develop new programs and healing initiatives, ensuring alignment with government objectives and supporting the successful transformation of relationships between Aboriginal communities and government.
About the Truth and Healing
As the Executive Director, Truth and Healing you are responsible for Program Development, Research and Data insights and the Healing Teams.
Your teams lead programs that respond to the voice of Aboriginal people through OCHRE, Unfinished Business, Stolen Generations Organisations, reparations Treaty Commissioners and make changes by influencing reform agendas that ultimately embed Healing into the ways we work.
You.
Our ideal candidate.

Tertiary qualifications in a related field such as project management, or extensive relevant experience.
Proven experience in developing and leading comprehensive frameworks that drive healing and reconciliation within Aboriginal communities.
Strong background in creating robust policy frameworks and research agendas that amplify Aboriginal voices and integrate traditional knowledge into decision-making processes.
Ability to provide strategic leadership in reform initiatives, including Truth, Treaty, and Voice, ensuring efficient program development and delivery of defined benefits.
Skilled in building consultative relationships with diverse stakeholders, ensuring all perspectives are considered in policy formulation.
Experience in providing strategic advice to senior government officials and agencies, influencing whole-of-government policies and investment strategies for Aboriginal communities.
Passionate about developing initiatives that honour commitments to Stolen Generation survivors and align with OCHRE principles.
Proficient in evaluating complex and politically sensitive issues, offering professional leadership and guidance that acknowledges historical contexts.
Capable of managing a complex policy agenda, addressing sensitive matters related to Aboriginal community disadvantage, and promoting self-determination and mutual accountability.
Expertise in ensuring alignment between Aboriginal Affairs priorities and broader government initiatives, fostering coherence in healing, policy, research, and program development.

We know the value of diverse experiences.
Even if you're not sure if you meet all the requirements, we'd love to hear from you.
This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.

is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

About the Department
Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government
The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities.
We connect to deliver at the heart of government.
Imagine your career at the Premier's Department and learn more about the department.
Your career, your way.
We are proud of our flexible working culture, and we've been a leader of embedding flexible working practices for many years.
Everyone has different needs, and our versatile work culture allows you to craft a work routine to suit you, the business and the people we serve.
At the Premier's Department, you get access to:


flexible working arrangements
inclusive parental leave for all new parents and return to work coaching
great learning and development opportunities and professional networks
employee support services
fitness and well-being programs
staff-led networks including the Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity and Inclusion Network (DAIN), and the Young Professionals Network.

How to apply
To start your journey in becoming our new Executive Director, Truth and Healing, you'll need to create an account on I Work for NSW and apply online.
Your application should include:


a resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages).
a cover letter (maximum two pages) including your response to the two targeted questions:


How have you created positive impact and healing for Aboriginal people?
What is your vision for taking this role into the future?

If you run into any technical difficulties with your online application, contact I Work for NSW Support at *** or 1800 562 679.
Salary:
Senior Executive Band 2.
Total remuneration package will be negotiated upon offer.
Closing date:
Wednesday, 27 November 2024 (11:
59 PM)
Learn more
For enquiries, please contact the hiring manager Shane Hamilton, Deputy Secretary Aboriginal Affairs, on 9273 3844 or shane.hamilton@aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au.
To help us figure out if you're the right person for the role, the selection process may include an interview and relevant assessments, and we expect it will take up to 6-8 weeks.
Candidates can request a reasonable adjustment throughout each step of the recruitment process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.
If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact the hiring manager.
A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process.
Once added to the talent pool, you may be contacted about similar ongoing and temporary roles that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our commitment
The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live.
We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present.
We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and those living in rural, regional, and remote locations.
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