Reconciliation Lead

About the role

As the Reconciliation Lead you will coordinate and embed a whole of council and community approach to reconciliation and self-determination in Wyndham, supporting a shared vision, understanding and ownership of actions.

This is a key role in the Community Strengthening & Inclusion department that will provide support across the organisation to implement and embed Council's Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

We are looking for a leader who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Wyndham. Your proactive nature coupled with your dedication to building relationships and coaching others on their journey of Reconciliation, as well as your ability to thrive in a values-led and fast-paced environment will see you excel.

You will work in partnership to provide cultural strengthening leadership across the organisation to develop sustainable approaches of building organisational and individual cultural capacity - ensuring that Council's operations, programs, services, projects, and policies are culturally safe and responsive. As well as actively build, maintain and support strong, trusted, consultative, collaborative and sustainable working relationships with Traditional Owners, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community members, community organisations and community members in progressing Reconciliation in Wyndham.

What your day will look like

• Embedding Council's RAP, ensuring a whole of council and community approach to its implementation
• Proactively support and coach others to realise opportunities and navigate challenges in their efforts to advance self-determination and reconciliation in Wyndham
• Provide coordination support and advice to the Wyndham Reconciliation Advisory Committee and its working groups responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of the RAP
• Provide strategic advice and direction on issues related to reconciliation, and commitments, opportunities and challenges for the First Nations community more broadly
• Prepare reports and lead resources, including staff, budgets and funding opportunities
• Coordinate evaluation and continuous improvement

What you will bring

• Relevant tertiary qualification, and experience working with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people and implementing an organisation-wide Reconciliation Action Plan or relevant community projects.
• Initiative and passion about making a difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Wyndham
• Competency and understanding of Aboriginal community engagement and cultural protocols
• Project management skills including project planning and developing project briefs, managing project teams and implementing and monitoring task schedules
• Experience leading, motivating and mentoring individuals and cross functional teams
• Knowledge and understanding of the current policy environment influencing and impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence and Working with Children Check

If you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.

Why join Wyndham

We are one of Australia's fastest growing and most diverse cities.

By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.

Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

How to apply

Please apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the provided link.

Applications close at 11:59PM on Sunday, 30 March 2025.

If you have further role-specific questions, please contact Julie Saylor Briggs, Coordinator First Nations on 8353 4060.

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair, inclusive, and accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries, please contact our Careers team via careers@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 03 9394 6860.

Child Safe Organisation

Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham City's Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, please visit our website.