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Principal Indigenous Program Officer (Identified)
South East; Service Delivery; Delivery and Partnerships; Helensvale
First Nations Identified position
This is a designated First Nations Identified role. Under section 25 of the Anti- Discrimination Act 1991 (QLD), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. An Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is one who identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and either:
• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; or
• is accepted as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community in which they live.
If you are eligible to apply for this vacancy, you can apply online. Applicants who do not meet the criteria for this Targeted Vacancy will not be considered.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/687782/26 |
| Closing date | 15-May-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Bevan Repia |
| Contact details | Ph: 0417 759 981 Access the National Relay Service |
TARGETED VACANCCY - This is a designated First Nations Identified role. Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (QLD), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.An Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is one who identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and either is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; or is accepted as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community in which they live.
The Principal Indigenous Program Officer (PIPO) role is critical in fostering and maintaining strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the South East region of DTET. Through strong partnerships with industry, communities, and training providers, the PIPO will tackle regional employment challenges, addressing skills shortages while promoting apprenticeships and business resilience.
Focused on collaboration and innovation, the PIPO will ensure alignment with government priorities while empowering communities with the skills and opportunities to thrive in a changing economy. Their work contributes to sustainable job creation and long-term economic growth, creating lasting impact and building brighter futures for their region.
PIPOs will collaborate closely with various stakeholders, including training organisations, industry partners and local leaders, to develop tailored strategies that align with regional priorities. The roles are heavily focused on advancing career opportunities and improving economic outcomes for First Nations people. By integrating culturally informed approaches into program development, the officers not only enhance professional development opportunities but also strengthen the region's workforce diversity and economic sustainability.
Applications will remain current for 12 months.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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Documents
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687782 26 Role Description (Word, 158KB)
Role Description
