Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Full Time |Competitive Remuneration| Melbourne (preferred) 

About the Coles Group

Coles Group is home to some of Australia’s iconic and most trusted brands and is one of Australia’s biggest First Nations employers with 4,000 First Nations team members. Our workforce is diverse across groceries and liquor retail operations, online, cleaning and trolley services, drivers, supply chain, and commercial and corporate services. Our vision is to become the most trusted retailer in Australia and grow long-term shareholder value. Our purpose is Helping Australians eat and live better every day.

About the role

As the Head of Indigenous Affairs, you will be responsible for implementing Coles Indigenous Affairs strategies and business plans. You will define, initiate, and oversee the governance and execution of all Indigenous Affairs programs, including Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) deliverables. In this role, you will provide expert guidance and coaching to senior and executive leaders, ensuring that strategic decisions are well-informed and aligned with the Indigenous Affairs objectives. Additionally, you will be accountable for overall business engagement with all Indigenous Affairs programs, overseeing and leading the RAP Steering Committee and Working Group. This includes updating relevant stakeholders on targets and initiatives and ensuring active and effective participation in driving meaningful outcomes.

For a full list of responsibilities, please contact Pipeline Talent at [email protected] using the subject line: Head of Indigenous Affairs - Coles Group enquiry via EthicalJobs.

About you

You are a proven leader with extensive management experience, demonstrating the ability to plan strategically, manage a small team effectively, and work collaboratively in a high-performance environment. Your communication skills are exceptional, and you have the authority and influence needed to engage confidently across all levels of the business. This is underpinned by your deep knowledge of Indigenous history, peoples and communities. You are highly organised, with excellent time management and prioritisation abilities, a keen attention to detail, and a demonstrated capability to interpret and analyse data effectively.

Essential Key Selection Criteria

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Communications/Corporate Affairs, or relevant experience.
2. Deep understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, including the social, economic, and historical factors that impact their communities.
3. Demonstrated experience in leading programs or teams, with a strong ability to drive strategic initiatives, manage complex projects, and deliver outcomes in a corporate setting.
4. Ability to take accountability for large-scale programs, including anticipating and mitigating risks, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring successful project implementation.
5. Ability to drive innovation, address business challenges creatively, and foster a culture that embraces continuous improvement and forward-thinking practices

What we can offer you

• Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
• Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
• Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
• Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
• Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
• Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
• Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.

How to apply

All applications must be made in writing and include an up-to-date CV.

Applications are to be submitted via the Apply Now link. 

 Unfortunately, late submissions will not be accepted.

How to get more information

For further information on the position, please contact the team at Pipeline Talent.

Megan Ingram

Senior Recruitment Consultant

[email protected] | [email protected] using the subject line: Head of Indigenous Affairs - Coles Group enquiry via EthicalJobs.

M 0419 599 251| PH 02 8001 6603