First Nations Development Lead (Screen)

First Nations Development Lead, Screen NSW (Identified)

• Join the Industry and Audience Development team at Screen NSW and contribute to the growth and empowerment of First Nations storytellers and NSW screen practitioners.
• Clerk Grade 7/8 with a salary range of $106,025 to $117,363
• Ongoing role based in Sydney, NSW

About the role
At Create NSW, we are committed to developing, empowering and strengthening arts, screen, music, and the creative industries in our state. We believe the work created by artists and creatives is essential to community wellbeing, and supporting the sector not only enriches the lives of all those who live in NSW but adds significant stimulus to the economy. Through our programs and services, we work to embed creativity in the everyday and deliver new, innovative and exciting arts and cultural services and experiences for the people of NSW. Together we can build a future where creativity flourishes, communities thrive, and culture lies at the heart of our state’s identity.

Screen NSW focuses on assisting, promoting and strengthening the screen industry in NSW to promote Australia’s cultural identity, encourage employment in all aspects of screen production, stimulate investment in the sector, amplify the industry’s export potential, encourage innovation and enhance quality in the industry.

The First Nations Development Lead (Screen) supports the implementation of funding programs and initiatives for the screen sector. The role has a dual focus on talent development across NSW for all practitioners with a specific focus on First Nations storytellers and content creation. The role also contributes to the development, planning and budgeting of programs in line with government priorities.

In this role you will:

• Manage the development and maintenance of administration and data systems for funding programs to ensure efficient and accurate data collection and records management.
• Provide advice and assistance to NSW First Nations practitioners for project development and access to programs, including funding applications with First Nations content.
• Develop and maintain a network for NSW First Nations practitioners, ensuring they are informed of screen industry opportunities through regular meetings and events.
• Track and support the development of NSW Above-the-Line and Below-the-Line talent, contributing to career pathway programs and sector development.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports, communications, and briefs to meet agency and Government requests, and maintain relationships with stakeholders to support Screen NSW.

To learn more about the role, please click here to download the role description.

Should you require any further information about the role please contact Danielle McCarthy, Industry & Audience Development Manager via danielle.mccarthy@screen.nsw.gov.au

If you would like to discuss the role with a First Nations Screen NSW team member, please contact Hayley Johnson, Sector Investment Manager Screen via hayley.johnson@screen.nsw.gov.au

About You

To be successful within this role, you will have:

• Good knowledge of the screen sector combined with experience in funding assessments and related contracts administration.
• Sound knowledge of database / information and record management systems.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of First Nations society and culture.
• Ability to deliver on multiple tasks concurrently and accurately in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction and supervision.
• Strong written and verbal skills and can adapt your communication style to a variety of stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

This is an identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
• identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
• is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community

How to Apply!

Your application must include:

• A cover letter
• An up-to-date resume that details your capabilities and experience in relation to the above role
• Confirmation of Aboriginality

The options below are available to applicants in confirming Aboriginality, one of which must be uploaded to the job application to be considered for the role:

• Letter of Confirmation of Aboriginality
• Certificate of Aboriginality
• Written confirmation from at least two (2) Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, which addresses the three criteria listed below:
  • is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
  • identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
  • is accepted as a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
• A statutory declaration (if the applicant has no other formal documentary evidence)

Closing Date: Monday, 7th October 2024 (10.00am)

Contact: Laura Steele, Talent Acquisition Partner via Laura.Steele@dciths.nsw.gov.au

Working at the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

At the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport we bring vibrancy to NSW by growing our creative industries and workforces, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, ensuring a responsible hospitality sector, and putting arts, culture and sport at the heart of our communities.

Together we:

• Create social and economic opportunities for the state
• Support the creation of jobs across the creative, visitor and night-time economies
• Prioritise First Nations artists, stories and culture
• Ensure arts, culture and sport are at the heart of every community to be enjoyed and accessed by all
• Drive visitation through events, campaigns and visitor experience development
• Activate our night-time and creative economies to unlock unique precincts and community spaces
• Deliver a vibrant and responsible hospitality, liquor, racing and gaming environment
• Support NSW’s key Cultural Institutions to ensure access for all, enable community experiences and education and preserve the state’s diverse cultural assets and history

We believe diversity across our department allows us to be a true reflection of NSW citizens. We are a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles for this role or similar roles that may become available over the next 18 months.

Location: New South Wales, AU

Posted Date: 10/1/2024