First Nations Project Officer Engagement & Cultural Heritage
First Nations Project Officer Engagement & Cultural Heritage
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Job Description
Job Status: Ongoing Full Time
Salary:Base salary of $98529 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation contributions
Applications Close:Sunday 29th June 2025 11:55pm
This is an Identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:
1. is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and
2. identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and
3. is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
THE HOUSE
The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. A globally recognised icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination its one of the worlds busiest performing arts centres the nations premier tourism destination and a World Heritage masterpiece that belongs to the people of NSW. Driving this incredible place is a team of passionate and dedicated people. Join us in shaping the Opera Houses future and be provided with opportunities to grow and develop while making a positive contribution to our community.
The Opera House is a living work of art. A place of possibility and wonder on and off the stage. We bring people together to be uplifted empowered and entertained. As set out in the Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-26 our ambition is to be Everyones House. To make this real we are focused on four themes that underpin our organisational values (Creativity Courage Inclusivity Integrity Collaboration and Care):
Everyone feels welcome here.
We better understand and connect with the community.
We are future ready.
We lead and inspire positive change.
For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to ourwebsite.
YOUR NEW ROLE
The role works closely the Head of First Nations Engagement and provides administrative and project management support for the delivery of the First Nations Strategy focusing on: reimaging and truth telling; self-determination; cultural safety; embedding First Nations in business; and connecting with communities. It also provides advice project management and coordination of First Nations engagement and consultation initiatives including heritage matters affecting the Sydney Opera House and related projects.
Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description
ARE YOU THE ONE
Key Responsibilities/Skills:
- Demonstrated experience in a role working with First Nations engagement and initiatives with a minimum of 3-5 years experience.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- A valid WWCC clearance.
Desirable but not essential
- Experience in advocating for promoting and engaging with the broader community on First Nations cultural heritage issues.
- Experience in cultural heritage management conservation and/or interpretation.
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (business project management policy).
THE PERKS
The Sydney Opera House gives you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:
- 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden
- 5-weeks annual leave for all ongoing and temporary staff.
- Access to a range of professional development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
- Staff community groups like SOH Pride First Nations Staff Network Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (aka SEALs) and more.
- Fitness Passport and complimentary wellbeing programs including pilates yoga circuit classes physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
- Working for an organisation with a 6 Star Green Star performance rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.
- Working for an organisation committed tothe United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the worlds first arts organisation to join the UNs Global Compact an international sustainability initiative designed to build a better future for us all.
- Complimentary tickets to shows.
- And many more!
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The Opera House is an inclusive employer that recognises everyone is unique. The organisationwelcomes you for who you are as you are. So if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please contact us at to discuss. Even if you think youd be a great fit but dont necessarily tick every box in the role description please get in touch.
We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people recognising the value unique skills and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders people who are d/Deaf and/or with disability from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds neurodiverse refugees and the LGBTQIA community.
NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY
We know flexibility means different things to different people so let us know how we can support you to be your best.
SOUND LIKE YOU APPLY NOW
Please submit your cover letter and CV via our online portal.
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy and Plan
Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Contract
