Our vision is to achieve world leading eye health outcomes for all.
We aim to be a global leader in primary public health eye care, providing best practice and holistic care to patients in need. We will achieve this through clinical excellence, translational clinical and public health research, education, and collaboration. Patient-centred models will underpin everything we do.
The ACO is currently undergoing a substantial period of change, supporting our strategic goals of aligning the research, clinical practice, and educational work we do. Our new strategic plan is focussed on creating OneACO; a patient centred, collaborative culture that embraces equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout.
Job Description
About the Role:
Flexible 2-3 days per week position, initial 12 month fixed term contract.
Hybrid role (Carlton based office, with 50-60% of time in the office)
Remuneration pro rata of $77,000-$89,000, including super + salary packaging benefits, depending on prior experience.
Reporting to the General Manager, People and Culture, the Reconciliation and Cultural Development Officer will drive the implementation of the ACO's Action Plan in line with the requirements set out by Reconciliation Australia and the ACO's Strategic Plan. This position will also help establish and maintain sustainable relationships between the ACO and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities, as well as supporting the implementation and embedding of cultural safety training across the organisation.
Accountabilities:
Establish and maintain strong, consultative, collaborative and sustainable relationships between the ACO and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities, Elders, Partners and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.
Lead and promote cultural awareness within the ACO, including supporting the implementation of cultural safety training across the organisation.
Act as the central point of contact for all reconciliation, Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and cultural development related enquiries and feedback.
Support the Reconciliation Action Plan Work Group, including the coordination and chairing of meetings.
Manage the delivery of culturally appropriate activities, such as Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week, to promote understanding and educational opportunities.
Desired Skills and Experience
About You:
You will have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the historical and contemporary issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You have lived experience and a connection to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities, with the ability to drive cultural awareness across the organisation. As a natural and confident communicator, you will develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels. You have the ability to engage sensitively and effectively across diverse cultures, and are motivated to serve the community, in particular those experiencing disadvantage.
Highly Desired Skills:
Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply, as lived experience and strong connections to community are highly valued in this role.
Desired Skills:
Lived experience and deep understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Experience working collaboratively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, Elders and organisations.
Ability to engage sensitively and effectively across diverse cultures.
Previous experience working with Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander community members or organisations.
Highly developed communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to consult with community members and respond to feedback.
Well developed computer literacy and technology skills (including basic Microsoft Office Suite)
We will be reviewing candidates during this time and reserve the right to close applications sooner if suitable candidate is found. We encourage prospective candidates to apply as soon as possible.
