Strategic Partnership Director (indigenous Identified Position)

Australian National University

Canberra, ACT, Australia
Competitive salary; 17% super; full time continuin...
First nations economic transformation leadership
Cross-sector collaboration with government and industry
Strategic partnership development and management
This role leads a nationally significant reform agenda for First Nations economic self-determination alongside the Centre for Indigenous Economic Transformation

Job Summary

  • This role leads a nationally significant reform agenda for First Nations economic self-determination alongside the Centre for Indigenous Economic Transformation.
  • The position involves driving cross-sector collaboration with government, First Nations organisations, industry, and philanthropy to deliver structural change.
  • Candidates must be Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples as this is an Indigenous Identified position contingent on funding until June 2030.

Matching Summary

This role leads a nationally significant reform agenda for First Nations economic self-determination alongside the Centre for Indigenous Economic Transformation.

Salary

Competitive salary; 17% superannuation; Full time continuing term

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • First Nations economic transformation leadership
  • Cross-sector collaboration with government and industry
  • Strategic partnership development and management
  • Secretariat leadership and team management
  • Policy translation and practical outcome delivery

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in Indigenous-led organizational structures
  • High-profile national forum representation skills
  • Ability to build trusted relationships with leaders
  • Strong communication and briefing capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identification required
  • Rights to live and work in Australia required
  • Senior leadership experience in strategic partnerships
  • Background check clearance required upon employment

Work Rights

Must have rights to live and work in Australia

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