About Renewal SA

Working at Renewal SA means you are part of a team creating lasting economic and community
impact through property and projects.

The Renewal SA team are committed, passionate, property people working to ensure
South Australia has a strong economy and is a great place to live and work, now and into the
future.

The Role

MURRA Partners is currently recruiting for a Cultural Heritage Lead, a unique opportunity to
shape and manage Renewal SA’s approach to cultural heritage, building and maintaining a
strong framework to ensure best practice, engagement with community and adherence to the
Aboriginal Heritage Act.

With current projects across Kaurna Yerta, and new projects across the state of South Australia,
this role will be instrumental in building relationships with both the Kaurna community and other
Nations, as required.

● Identify, manage and lead strategy and resolution of complex operational and project
related cultural heritage management matters across Renewal SA portfolio of projects.
● Ensure Renewal SA is proactively managing cultural heritage and working collaboratively with local

First Nations communities as well as building and maintaining strong relationships with Traditional Owners and other relevant stakeholders across South Australia.
● Develop, implement, monitor and maintain a Cultural Heritage Management Framework to meet legislated and strategic needs of Renewal SA.
● Proactively seek opportunities to incorporate First Nations culture into planning, urban design, and project development initiatives.

About You

● Qualifications in a relevant discipline such as Cultural Heritage Management or Environmental Management or recent relevant experience in managing cultural
heritage matters.
● Working knowledge of cultural heritage related legislation, including the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1988 (SA) and cultural heritage management principles.
● Strong knowledge, understanding and demonstrated experience in ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with First Nations People.

● Demonstrated, recent experience in a similar role.
● This role is for someone who identifies as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander OR someone who can demonstrate extensive experience in a similar role with a
connection to First Nations Communities.

For a confidential discussion please reach out to Bec Mangelsdorf
(rebecca@murrapartners.com) 0437741623 or Pippa Wanganeen (pippa@murrapartners.com)

About DPC

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) leads the implementation of South
Australia’s strategic priorities and policy commitments in the areas of economic and social
development, international relationships and strengthening engagement between government
and the community.

DPC is currently working to advance engagement levels with People in the Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander communities in South Australia.

Murra Partners has been engaged to recruit an exciting new role, Graduate, First Nations
Engagement.

About the role

The Graduate, First Nations Engagement is responsible for providing project and administrative
support that will assist in improving engagement with people and communities. This role is to
assist the development and implementation of inclusive and empowering policy and projects.

You will work closely with the Manager, First Nations Engagement to progress the efforts and
help support strategic initiatives in line with the Close the Gap and Voice to Parliament
agreements.

In this role you will be responsible for:
● Providing high level, effective, timely and confidential administrative and business
support services
● Undertaking research that contributes to the development and implementation of policies
and programs
● Maintaining awareness of current local and national developments, culture and customs
● Draft briefings, correspondence and advice as required.
● Providing cultural advice that prioritise and support key strategic opportunities
● Identifying issues or opportunities for improved project and program delivery

About the Person

We are looking for someone who is passionate and able to navigate cultural sensitivity within an
evolving and ambiguous working environment. You will have a ‘can-do’ attitude and bring good
computer and communication skills to the team.

If this sounds like you, please get in touch with Yasmine Johnson on 0420 691 100 or Pippa Wanganeen at pippa@murrapartners.com

About DPC

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) leads the implementation of South
Australia’s strategic priorities and policy commitments in the areas of economic and social
development, international relationships and strengthening engagement between government
and the community.

DPC is currently working to advance engagement levels with People in the Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander communities in South Australia.

Murra Partners has been engaged to recruit an exciting new role, Manager, First Nations
Engagement.

About the role

The Manager, First Nations Engagement is responsible for providing leadership and driving
meaningful and comprehensive engagement with people and communities. This role is to
develop and implement inclusive and empowering policy and projects.

You will work closely with multiple internal and external stakeholders to progress the efforts and
help lead strategic initiatives in line with the Close the Gap and Voice to Parliament agreements.
In this role you will be responsible for:

• Leading the identification, development, implementation, and delivery of culturally
  appropriate initiatives and policy
• Providing cultural advice that prioritise and support key strategic opportunities
• Identifying issues or opportunities for improved project and program delivery
• Fostering strong working relationships to encourage and increase First Nations
  engagement
• Establishing good relationships with First Nations organisations, institutions and
  communities

About the Person

We are looking for a strong leader and project manager that is able to navigate cultural
sensitivity within an evolving and ambiguous working environment. You will be a high performer
who has exceptional communication skills and a proven track record managing difficult
stakeholders.

If this sounds like you, please get in touch with Yasmine Johnson on 0420 691 100 or Pippa Wanganeen at pippa@murrapartners.com

This opportunity is an identified role which means that it is for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples only.

About Cancer Council SA (CCSA)

Cancer Council SA’s purpose is to reduce the rate and impact of cancer. 

Cancer Council has a proud history of working across every aspect of every cancer for more than 90 years and have an enviable reputation as South Australia’s favourite charity.

The Role

MURRA Partners is currently recruiting an Aboriginal Prevention Project Officer.

The role of the Prevention and Advocacy team is to reduce the rate and impact of preventable cancers through evidence-based, best-practice programs and policy. In this role your duties will include:

• Plan and implement cancer prevention programs that are culturally appropriate

• Actively participate in development and implementation of Cancer Council SA’s Reconciliation Action Plan

• Work and partner with external stakeholders, particularly Aboriginal organisations to raise prevention awareness

• Support CCSA to deliver an equitable service offering to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

• Seek out and apply for external sources of funding to enhance CCSA’s cancer prevention Programs for Aboriginal communities

About you:

We are looking for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Person who is a passionate advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health. To be successful in this role you will have:

• Passion and drive to improve cancer outcomes in Aboriginal communities

• Demonstrated experience working in health and project coordination

• An understanding of the South Australian public health system and relevant stakeholders

• Ability to build and maintain strong partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders, organisations, communities and people

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare high-level correspondence and reports. 

• Experience working with the Office suite, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. 

For a confidential discussion please reach out to Bec at MURRA Partners by emailing rebecca@murrapartners.com

About Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation (KAC)

Kokatha Country | Kaurna Yerta (Adelaide) | 

Bungala Country (Port Augusta) | Hybrid (with travel)

$150-180k plus super.

$150-180k plus super.

Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation (KAC) is committed to fostering economic development, cultural preservation, and the well-being of the Kokatha people. We are looking for a dynamic and skilled General Manager - Finance and Risk to support our operations and growth. This critical, senior management role encompasses financial management, risk management, and strategic leadership to advance KAC's mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the transfer of corporate management skills to staff within KAC and its subsidiaries to build capability within the Corporation and support a teams-based approach.

• Working closely with external accountancy and auditor services, provide financial advice and reporting to the KAC Board of Directors and CEO.

• Identify and mitigate financial, safety, or security risks to the organization.

• Develop and implement a series of business improvement initiatives.

• Manage and build internal corporate services capacity for all business accounting functions, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

• Assist in the development and oversight of budgets, managing financial delegations within the corporation.

• Oversee the management of assets, document, and records management systems, statutory reporting, and manage the KAC vehicle fleet and travel arrangements.

• Ensure compliance with Workers Compensation requirements, manage Board fees and expenses, and oversee payments to consultants and external providers.

About You

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Demonstrated success in driving organisational change, with extensive experience in financial management within a small/medium business environment.

• Strong understanding of risk management principles and proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office.

• Proven ability to maintain accurate financial records and reporting, supported by relevant accounting qualifications.

• High level of motivation, discretion, and integrity, with the ability to work efficiently without direct supervision.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a current Driver’s License, satisfactory National Police Clearance, and other relevant clearances.

• Effective collaboration with Indigenous staff and members, with a deep understanding of the issues important to the Kokatha people.

• Outstanding organisational skills, with the capacity to meet deadlines and manage pressures effectively.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply by attaching a CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role, with a focus on skills and experiences that meet the essential and desirable criteria.

Applications should be sent to Pippa Wanganeen (pippa@murrapartners.com) at MURRA Partners by 30th April 2024.

Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation values diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and those who understand the importance of our culture and community values.

Join KAC as our General Manager - Finance and Risk and contribute significantly to the prosperity and sustainability of the Kokatha community.

The company:

COX is a large Architectural Practice with 6 Studios across Australia, in Gadigal Country (Sydney), Wurundjeri-Woiwurrung Country (Melbourne), Jagera and Turrbal Country (Brisbane), Ngunnawal Country (Canberra), Kaurna Country (Adelaide), Whadjuk Noongar Country (Perth), and Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) in Aotearoa (New Zealand).

Recognising the potential for architectural practice to support cultural healing and economic equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, as well as the need to embed Indigenous Knowledges into the planning of sustainable built environments when working on Country, COX are committed to creating lasting relationships that enrich their knowledge of Place and People, and to positively impact the communities they work with.

The role:

After a long period of consultation and planning, COX have recently launched their Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan. They are now seeking an Indigenous Engagement Coordinator to drive this across their practice; this role is being created to ensure COX are maintaining a culturally safe space for their Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander team members, and to ensure that they are engaging with external parties in a respectful and considerate manner.

They are also keen for someone to share insights into how to bring more Aboriginal businesses into their supply chain, and to advise on how they can improve their overall design & delivery when working with Community and Designing for Country.

Supported by COX’s RAP Working Group and management, this role will be critical to supporting and developing COX’s understanding and capability to ensure they are equipped to manage the sensitivity and complexity with Reconciliation and Indigenous Co-design; supporting projects, connecting project teams to Indigenous Communities, and sharing lessons learnt from previous projects will all make up this exciting new position. There will be sensitivity when working in Community, especially around Men’s and Women’s business, and appropriate measures will be taken on a case-by-case basis to ensure cultural protocols are followed.

Key responsibilities:

Team Member Support

• Support and promote professional development planning by effectively engaging with leaders and Indigenous employees. 
• Guide and support leaders to implement culturally appropriate initiatives to improve attraction and retention of Indigenous employees and promote a culturally safe working environment.
• Organise culturally suitable training for each studio.
• Relationship building with external providers to ensure COX has access to appropriate cultural training. 
• Managing and centralising information to share with all COX Team Members.
• Communicating available internal resources or external events for cultural capacity and capability building 
• Creating and collating case studies that can be used to guide and inspire future projects and communicating COX’s Indigenous Engagement Strategies to clients.

Project Support

• Supporting Project Leads by utilising research and tracking project evolution.

• Tracking and sharing lessons learned.
• Creating a database of Indigenous Suppliers and Consultants 
• Supporting Project Leads to establish relationships and contacts.

Implementation of RAP Actions and Goals:

• Managing and tracking short and long-term deliverables.
• Working with the RAP Working Group to support actions.
• Assisting with reporting on RAP progress to COX's governance team.
• Assisting with reporting to Reconciliation Australia annually.
• Assist in aligning COX sustainability commitments and RAP commitments.

Knowledge and experience: 

• The role requires strong knowledge of Aboriginal issues and Culture, with the candidate having an in-depth understanding of Aboriginal perspectives and an understanding of how to communicate with Community to facilitate Designing for Country. 
• You’ll also need the ability to manage issues in a professional and culturally sensitive manner.
• Given the need to build relationships with project teams and local Aboriginal Communities, you’ll require great interpersonal skills with the ability to develop strong internal and external relationships and deal with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience and/or education within the Architectural or Construction industry is preferred, but not essential.

For more information, or an honest, confidential discussion about this position, or your circumstances in general, contact Andy at MURRA Partners on 0448463949