APS6 Program Coordinator, First Nations Outcomes

About the role

Randstad is recruiting a skilled Program Coordinator (APS6) in Melbourne to work in a collaborative department of the federal government. The role coordinates strategic projects, policy initiatives and communications to improve access to disability services for First Nations peoples with disability, so that initiatives align with NDIS strategic objectives and cultural safety principles.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate strategic projects, policy initiatives and communications to improve access to disability services for First Nations peoples with disability
• Ensure initiatives align with NDIS strategic objectives and cultural safety principles
• Build and sustain strong relationships across government agencies and external community organisations
• Design, coordinate and execute complex initiatives applying risk management and governance principles
• Draft complex briefs, submissions, board and governance papers and reports for senior executives
• Craft communications, training materials and learning resources to build organisational cultural capability

Required profile

• At least 2+ years of program or policy development experience in the APS or a similar government context
• Proven experience engaging First Nations stakeholders
• Solid understanding of Commonwealth risk management, governance and policy frameworks
• Ability to translate evidence and research into actionable policy advice and continuous improvement strategies
• High-level written skills
• Australian citizenship (mandatory)

Desirable: prior experience with agencies such as the NDIA, NIAA, the Department of Health and Aged Care or Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.