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First Nations Community Engagement Officer

Environmental Justice Australia

This role will help develop and implement EJA’s program to support First Nations communities in Victoria to care for Country.

You will work closely with First Nations individuals, organisations and communities to learn what First Nations peoples need to do to care for Country and help develop strategies to overcome the legal barriers that stop First Nations peoples from exercising their caring for Country rights and obligations.

You will be a key point of contact, nurture relationships and listen to what communities need. You'll help develop options and support partners and clients to pursue legal outcomes.

This is one of two roles for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates that will be recruited at the same time to work together to deliver the project. The other role will be a Lawyer. We will be looking for a balance of seniority and skills across the two roles, with one of the roles taking on the project leadership – see details under ‘Responsibilities’ in the position description and contact us if you want to find out more about leading the project.

This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

Download the position description below for full responsibilities, selection criteria and how to apply.

Part time optional.

About us

Environmental Justice Australia is a leading public interest legal organisation. Our lawyers and campaigners act on behalf of people and community organisations to safeguard health; protect magnificent forests, rivers and wildlife; and tackle the climate crisis. We partner with communities and other social justice organisations because we are stronger together.

Using innovative approaches, we find the best legal solutions to climate and environmental issues. Our team works inside and outside the courtroom to make the system fair and just for all. We work on issues and in areas of Australia where we can have the most impact.

Our vision of healthy, empowered communities depends upon a broader vision of a reconciled, just and healthy Australia.

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