First Nations Policy & Advice Advisor (IAC) - EL1

  • Australia
  • Greater Geelong
  • Contract
  • Up to AU$602.55 per day + + Super

Our client is a large, values focussed Federal Government agency responsible for delivering impactful national programs. They are seeking an EL1 Independent Advisor (First Nations) to support the Independent Advisory Council (IAC) by developing high-quality advice and strengthening First Nations perspectives within the Council’s work.

This is a Special Measures role. Applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living with disability are also encouraged to apply.

ROLE DETAILS
Location: Geelong, VIC or Nationwide
Contract: Initial term up to 6 months (possible extensions)

Hours: Part time position, 0.6 FTE – 3 days a week

Eligibility: Must be Australian Citizen – This is a Special Measures role. Applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

Rate: $602.55 per day + Super

Closes: Friday 12th June
Working style: Predominantly work from home, with some meetings/travel as required

ABOUT THE ROLE
This role supports the IAC in providing independent expert advice to the agency’s Board, with a primary focus on supporting First Nations reference group activities and advice development. You’ll draft advice, lead research and planning, facilitate discussions, and support member capability building, always in plain English and aligned to accessibility expectations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Write formal advice, discussion papers, reports and briefings in plain English for endorsement and submission through the IAC
  • Undertake research, critical analysis and planning to strengthen advice and recommendations
  • Facilitate advice steering groups and present in meetings to progress priorities
  • Support First Nations reference group meetings and related out-of-session meetings (including pre/post briefings and member reports where required)
  • Build culturally safe spaces and contribute to member capability building (mentoring, induction support, capacity sessions)
  • Maintain strong relationships across members, secretariat and stakeholders to progress advice development and outcomes

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (mandatory – Special Measures)
  • Strong experience writing advice for government audiences in clear, accessible/plain English
  • Strong understanding of First Nations perspectives and the experiences of First Nations people with disability, and how systems impact communities
  • Confident facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and ability to influence in complex environments
  • Comfort working in changing environments, managing competing priorities, and navigating challenging conversations with empathy (trauma-informed approach)

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Technical Business Analyst

  • Australia
  • Greater Geelong
  • Contract
  • Geelong/WFH hybrid | ASAP start

We are seeking an experienced Technical Business Analyst to join a major enterprise transformation program for a large governemnt body. This role will focus on business analysis, UAT preparation and support, data readiness, defect management, and reporting solutions across a complex technology environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Gather, analyse and document business, functional and technical requirements

  • Support UAT planning, test scenario development and business validation activities

  • Review data mappings, file specifications and test data requirements

  • Analyse and triage defects, working with business and technical teams to resolve issues

  • Act as the key liaison between stakeholders, testers, developers and project teams

  • Develop technical specifications and support reporting and analytics solutions, including Databricks

  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and technology optimisation

Skills and experience

  • Previous experience as a Technical Business Analyst within large technology projects

  • Strong experience with requirements gathering, process analysis and stakeholder management

  • Proven background supporting UAT, testing and defect management

  • Strong data literacy with CSV, XML, JSON and flat files

  • Experience analysing end-to-end business processes and system integrations

  • Exposure to Databricks, data platforms or reporting solutions

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work across business and technical teams

  • Government, health, insurance or disability sector experience highly regarded

  • Knowledge of data governance and information management

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile transformation program while working alongside experienced delivery, technology and data teams. Apply now to secure an interview or contact carly.llorente@talentinternational.com.au

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Release Manager

  • Australia
  • Greater Geelong
  • Permanent
  • ASAP start | Geelong/WFH hybrid

We’re partnering with a large, enterprise organisation undergoing a significant uplift in delivery across its technology function. With a high volume of critical programs about to kick off, they’re looking for an experienced Release Manager to take ownership of complex, large-scale release cycles across multiple platforms and environments.

This is a high-impact role where you’ll play a key part in ensuring delivery stays on track across a fast-paced, multi-project landscape.

You’ll be responsible for leading and coordinating end-to-end release management across a complex technology environment. Working closely with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and platform owners, you’ll ensure releases are well-governed, prioritised, and executed smoothly.

The environment is established, but with a significant increase in delivery volume, there’s a strong focus on strengthening processes, improving efficiency, and managing competing priorities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, coordination, and execution of release cycles across multiple programs
  • Manage dependencies, risks, and scheduling across a complex delivery landscape
  • Work closely with stakeholders (including senior leadership) to align priorities and expectations
  • Ensure release governance, controls, and processes are consistently applied
  • Drive continuous improvement across release and environment management practices
  • Coordinate across development, QA, infrastructure, and operations teams
  • Provide clear communication and reporting on release status, risks, and outcomes

Skills and experience

  • Proven experience as a Release Manager in a complex, enterprise environment
  • Strong understanding of release governance, environment management, and delivery lifecycles
  • Experience working across multiple concurrent projects with high interdependencies
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with experience interacting at senior/exec level
  • Ability to operate in high-pressure environments and manage competing priorities
  • Strong communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with tools such as ServiceNow (or similar)
  • Exposure to Agile, Waterfall, DevOps, CI/CD environments

Apply now to secure an interview or contact carly.llorente@talentinternational.com for further information.

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