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Senior Project Officer, Indigenous Data Sovereignty (ID Sov) and Indigenous Data Governance (ID Gov) Hybrid

Collingwood, VictoriaFull-time$125k2026-10-16 → 2026-11-12
Hybrid

Core

Lead the development, coordination, and implementation of Indigenous Data Sovereignty (ID Sov) and Indigenous Data Governance (ID Gov) capability across VACCHO, CEADH, and participating Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) to strengthen community capacity in data collection, governance, and reporting.

Role type

Senior Project Officer (Indigenous Data Sovereignty and Governance)

Builds

ID Sov and ID Gov capability frameworks and practices for Aboriginal communities and health organizations

Domain

Indigenous health, community services, and data governance

Required skills

sound governance knowledge, project management, Microsoft Office proficiency, ID Sov and ID Gov principles (FAIR, CARE, Maiam nayri wingara), translating principles into action, leadership experience

Preferred skills

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural background, understanding of Aboriginal Community Control philosophy, knowledge of state and national cancer plans and data frameworks, LGBTQIASB+ awareness

Responsibilities

Support development and implementation of ID Sov/ID Gov capability; work with executives, ACCHOs, research organizations, and government agencies; engage with communities to strengthen data governance capacity; lead discussions on data principles

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC