Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

Our System Stewardship Directorate is responsible for policy, strategy and innovation projects that support the Child and Family Support System by working inclusively with sector partners and across the Division.

The Principal Aboriginal Project Officer is a role within the System Stewardship Directorate and is accountable to the General Manager, System Stewardship for:

delivering the Child and Family Support System (CFSS) Aboriginal Governance and Accountability Project that will ensure that the work of the CFSS is culturally safe and accountable

designing and implementing of cultural governance mechanisms across Child and Family Support (CFS)

providing advice and project management to ensure CFS delivers on the DHS commitments under Closing the Gap

contributing to the identification, development, direction and management of strategies, policy and practice that support the implementation of quality services to Aboriginal children and families in line with departmental and Aboriginal community needs

supporting the development and maintenance of strong partnerships, connections and productive working relationships and collaborations with internal and external stakeholders.

Special Conditions:

Only people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent may apply (pursuant to Section 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984).

National Police Check required.

Employment-related Screening Check required.

Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.

Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C).

Additional Information:
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of 2 pages, addressing how your skills, experience and capabilities align with the role description. You are also required to provide three work referees, one of whom must be your recent line manager, and attach your current resume via the online application form. For further information and how to apply for this role please visit our DHS website www.dhs.sa.gov.au/careers

Enquiries to: Katharine Short, (08) 7133 8824, [email protected]