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About us

Our vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights. Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.

Legal Aid Queensland is committed to building and maintaining a strong First Nations workforce and building our cultural capability. 

Legal Aid Queensland acknowledges and respects the Traditional Custodians of the land where our offices stand, and where we work to help disadvantaged Queenslanders uphold their legal rights in our justice system.

About the role

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced manager to take a leading role in the development and implementation of the organisation's First Nations strategic agenda. The role provides advice to senior executives, drives meaningful engagement and partnerships with First Nations stakeholders, and ensures organisational plans and policies contribute to improved outcomes for First Nations peoples and communities.

It is a genuine occupational requirement that an Identified position be filled by an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person as permitted by and arguable under Section 25, 104 and 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).

In this role you will:

• Lead the development and delivery of the organisation's First Nations strategic and action plan.
• Ensure First Nations strategies align with relevant government priorities, legislation and whole-of-government frameworks.
• Provide strategic advice to executive leadership on First Nations opportunities and emerging issues.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on progress against First Nations strategic objectives and plans.
• Oversee the coordination of the First Nations Advisory Committee meetings.
• Consider First Nations client survey results and identify initiatives to enhance service delivery to clients.
• Lead the development of initiatives that advance reconciliation, Closing the Gap commitments and First Nations outcomes.
• Establish and maintain relationships with First Nations communities, Traditional Owners, government agencies and other key stakeholders.

Working for Legal Aid Queensland

We're committed to looking after you – professionally, financially and socially. Our wide range of benefits allow you to work flexibly and maintain your wellbeing while supporting you to make a positive impact on the lives of Queensland's most disadvantaged people.

We offer:

• Full time hours: 36.25 hrs per week
• 12.75% super
• Generous salary packaging available
• Study leave and assistance for approved courses

For First Nations employees:

• Monthly network yarns
• First Nations mentoring
• Free confidential counselling sessions for your family with a First Nations provider
• WFH options and cultural leave
• Opportunities to consult on First Nations work being done
• Compulsory cultural awareness and safety training for all staff

Check out our First Nations Strategic Plan

For support with your application or evidence of attribute please contact firstnationscareers@legalaid.qld.gov.au or careers@legalaid.qld.gov.au

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Position Description - AO8 Manager First Nations Strategic Policy and Planning (PDF, 583KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applying for a role at Legal Aid Queensland (PDF, 441KB)
  Application Kit
  
  LAQ Employee Benefits (PDF, 277KB)
  Application Kit