Expressions of interest for appointment as the ACT Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People Commissioner

The ACT Government is seeking applications for the inaugural ACT Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People Commissioner.

The Commissioner will work to protect and promote the rights and interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people in the ACT. This is a newly created, independent, full-time role located in the ACT.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People Commissioner will establish and lead an office with a small team of staff to undertake their statutory functions. The Commissioner’s functions include:

• providing individual and systemic advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people;
• intervening on behalf of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people in relation to decisions that will affect their rights or interests;
• inquiring into matters relating to the rights, development, safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people; and
• advising the government about policy, services and other matters affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people and their families.

This is an identified role for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage is considered essential and therefore a Confirmation of Aboriginality may be requested.

Enquiries and expressions of interest

For information on how to apply, and to obtain a Candidate Information pack, please contact Tiana Callaughan on 0476 538 307 or 02 8001 6603 or send an email to jobs@pipelinetalent.com.au

Written expressions of interest addressing the selection criteria and attached a current curriculum vitae can be submitted via https://www.pipelinetalent.com.au/candidates/browse-job-vacancies/Aboriginal-and-Torres-Strait-Islander-Children-and-Young-People-Commissioner/

Expressions of interest close on 11.30pm AEST on Monday 31 July 2023. Late applications may be accepted at the selection panel’s discretion.