About Audiology Australia

Audiology Australia is the peak professional association representing audiologists in Australia. Established in 1968, it has a current membership of over 3,000 audiologists representing approximately 95% of the profession.

Audiology Australia’s mission is to provide leadership in the science and practice of audiology through advocacy, education and networking. We enable audiologists to deliver the highest standards of person-centred care.

Audiology Australia provides professional accreditation for audiologists. Professional accreditation by Audiology Australia is a requirement to provide audiological services that fall under Medicare, the Hearing Services Program, state and territory work cover schemes, as well as many private health insurance funds.

The profession of audiology is self-regulating, and Audiology Australia strives to help our members achieve the highest standards when delivering services to their clients.

About the office

You will be part of a small team based at the National Office in Cremorne, Victoria.

Audiology Australia is an equal opportunity employer and provides a flexible and supportive working environment. Employees may therefore request flexible work arrangements to assist them in balancing work and life commitments. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible arrangements with the contact person during the recruitment process.

Project Background

Audiology Australia is a leading advocate for improving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander hearing health and has undertaken initiatives to raise awareness of and advocate for the hearing health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander led health initiatives.

As part of its commitment, Audiology Australia is now developing its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) – a Reflect RAP. The RAP will be a strategic document that formalises Audiology Australia’s commitment to reconciliation and outlines practical, measurable outcomes that will help us work in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and drive our contribution to reconciliation both internally and in the communities in which we operate.

About the role

This is a 3 year 0.6 FTE fixed term position, reporting to the Advocacy and Policy Manager at Audiology Australia

The primary purpose of the position is to support the development, coordination, implementation and monitoring of Audiology Australia’s RAP.

This role will manage the RAP project, develop required project materials as well as support the working group that will be providing advice on this project.

Key responsibilities

• Develop RAP project documents, outlining key steps and timeframes for development of RAP
• Consult with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders to ensure that the RAP activities incorporate a diverse range of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices and perspectives.
• In consultation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders, members and the hearing sector, identify and outline initiatives to advance the RAP areas of relationships, respect, opportunities and governance.
• Support the establishment of the RAP Working Group and provide ongoing secretariat support.
• Build partnerships with other organisations, community groups, and/or service providers to develop reconciliation activities that support RAP development and implementation.
• Liaise with Reconciliation Australia to ensure Audiology Australia is meeting RAP requirements
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and give regular feedback about progress of the RAP to relevant groups.
• Develop material for Audiology Australia publications to help inform and encourage member participation in the RAP process.
• Coordinate and support the implementation and monitoring of Reflect RAP activities once RAP developed.
• Other duties as requested from time to time by the Advocacy and Policy Manager.

Key selection criteria

Required

• Demonstrated experience working with and advocating for issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• Substantial experience managing and delivering complex projects within specific timeframes
• Demonstrated experience in working collaboratively with a range of key stakeholders
• Highly developed organisational skills and ability to manage own work priorities, take initiative, meet deadlines and resolve workload conflict.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
• Substantial experience in writing reports for a range of audiences
• Ability to relate to a wide variety of people from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, as well as independently with minimal supervision

Desirable

• Prior experience in supporting the development or delivery of organisation wide RAP
• Knowledge of the Australian hearing health sector
• Relevant tertiary qualification in administration, project management, education, policy, health or other relevant field
• Experience working for a not-for-profit, member-based association

If you have any questions, please contact Elissa Campbell at [email protected] using the subject line: Reconciliation Action Plan Project Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.