Manager - First Nations and Inclusion

About the Role

Lead the Bank's First Nations inclusion function and provide enterprise leadership on First Nations strategy, governance, stakeholder engagement and cultural matters. Develop and implement First Nations strategic priorities, provide trusted advice to senior leaders, oversee key governance forums and partnerships, and support the Bank to strengthen relationships and outcomes with First Nations peoples, communities and organisations.

Accountabilities

• Create an RBA values-aligned culture that promotes meaningful inclusion and engagement with First Nations peoples and communities.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and leadership of the Bank's First Nations agenda through the development, implementation and continuous improvement of First Nations strategies, governance frameworks and initiatives.
• Lead and maintain First Nations governance and advisory arrangements, including the coordination and support of the First Nations Advisory Panel, to support informed decision-making across the Bank.
• Act as the Bank's principal source of advice on First Nations matters, providing strategic guidance on policy, governance, cultural considerations, stakeholder engagement and emerging issues.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with First Nations communities, organisations, government agencies and peer institutions, and lead the Bank's participation in national and international partnerships, networks and forums, including the Central Bank Network for Indigenous Inclusion (CBNII).
• Provide strategic oversight and specialist advice on First Nations considerations associated with major Bank initiatives, projects, policies and external engagements.
• Identify and manage risks, issues and opportunities relating to First Nations matters, ensuring appropriate governance, reporting and escalation arrangements are in place.
• Lead, guide and develop individuals and teams to achieve outcomes, while maintaining accountability for people management, budgets and operational processes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of policies, systems and processes, and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen First Nations outcomes across the Bank.

Technical Capabilities

• Demonstrated ability to set strategic direction, articulate a compelling vision and influence senior leaders to achieve enterprise-wide outcomes on First Nations matters.
• Strong understanding of First Nations policy, governance, cultural considerations and stakeholder engagement practices.
• Proven ability to develop and implement enterprise-wide strategies, frameworks and initiatives that deliver practical organisational outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted and effective relationships with First Nations communities, organisations, leaders and key stakeholders.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, including the ability to navigate complex issues, build consensus and achieve outcomes across organisational boundaries.
• Experience leading governance forums, advisory bodies, partnerships or stakeholder networks.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, assess and manage strategic risks, issues and opportunities in complex environments.
• Experience representing an organisation in external forums and building partnerships that advance organisational objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and motivate teams, fostering accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Understanding of organisational governance, policies and decision-making processes, and the ability to translate strategic priorities into actionable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in First Nations strategy, policy, governance, stakeholder engagement, partnerships, community engagement or related disciplines.

**The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute a special measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

Be More
Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

Why RBA?
The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people.

Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect while promoting the public interest through our efforts. We know it is the growth and success of our people that drives the RBA forward. Come and make a bigger contribution while you build and develop your own skills too, because being more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates.

Application Close :

December 01, 2026

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