Senior Policy Advisor, Indigenous Data - First Languages Australia
Location: Wallsend, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW
Employment type: Full time
Salary: $90 – $110 per year
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
This position is an Identified position: to perform this role, the person must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. It is a genuine occupational requirement under section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) that applicants identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
The Organisation
First Languages Australia (FLA) is the national peak body that works to strengthen all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages. FLA connects language communities across the country and empowers them with resources, skills, and knowledge to preserve and revive their languages.
FLA works with a network of partners to achieve meaningful change and support language revival. Their goal is a future where all Indigenous language communities have full control over their languages and can use them according to their preference.
The role
The Senior Policy Advisor- Indigenous Data will support First Languages Australia in its work as the peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages, and the Languages Policy Partnership – a historic partnership with Australian governments on Closing the Gap.
The benefits
Work from the comfort of your own home
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Pick your hours! We are open to both full-time and part-time applicants
Meaningful work that contributes to the strengthening of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and languages
A supportive, innovative, and inclusive work environment that values diversity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures
Working with a national organisation and gaining insight into the diversity of activities within communities across Australia
Career and networking opportunities including attending networking events and attending state and national conferences.
How to apply
If this role has sparked your interest, apply through the link below and provide a cover letter addressing the points raised in the selection criteria and a current copy of your resume.
If you have any questions, please contact FLA’s HR Partner Laura Cowling on 0466 551 844 or laura@effectivehr.com.au.