Our organisation

Reconciliation Australia is an independent, national, not-for-profit organisation promoting and facilitating reconciliation by building relationships, respect and trust between the wider Australian community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our vision is for a just, equitable and reconciled Australia.

The role

Join Reconciliation Australia as Senior Officer, Learning and Resource Development to support the work of our newest program, Community Truth-telling Pathways (CTTP). CTTP aims to advance a culture of truth-telling in communities across Australia that is Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander led, place based, strengths focused and action oriented. This role provides an exciting opportunity to help develop practical information and resources to support good practices and engage in learning partnerships with communities undertaking truth-telling.

This role will work closely with the Manager, Research and Development, supporting resource development, research and program evaluation.

About you

You’re naturally collaborative, able to work both independently and as part of a team, bringing strong communication skills and attention to detail. You enjoy finding innovative and visually creative ways to convey information and concepts. You are a skilled, thorough and energetic background researcher and writer. Most importantly, you’re committed to being an ambassador for reconciliation, understanding the cultural sensitivity required and actively championing inclusive practices that honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and cultures.

Selection criteria

Read through the selection criteria below. Please address these in a cover letter that demonstrates your skills and experience and how they would relate to our work. More information is available in the position description.

Essential:

• Deep understanding of Australia’s colonial history and its impact on First Nations peoples and race relations.
• Understanding of and ability to work in a culturally safe way with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.
• Strong understanding and/or experience in ethical research with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities – including facilitation of focus groups and interviews.
• Experience in developing dynamic community information resources for diverse audiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• High-level written and oral communication skills including the ability to present and communicate concepts clearly and concisely.
• Ability to convey information and concepts graphically and creatively for visual learners.
• Demonstrated online and desk-based background research skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaboratively with other teams across Reconciliation Australia.
• Ability to take initiative and prioritise work across a range of projects, and meet deadlines.