Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Specialist

Job title: Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Specialist

Company: Royal Automobile Association of South Australia


Job description: · Identified Role – Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants onlySupported by a governance structure that includes Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal stakeholders, as the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Specialist you will lead the coordination and delivery of our RAP commitments, ensuring First Nations perspectives are embedded across our organisation. You will work closely with internal teams, First Nations communities, and key stakeholders to drive meaningful reconciliation initiatives and foster strong relationships.What You’ll Do:

• Strengthen relationships & engagement:

• Develop strong connections with external stakeholders and facilitate engagement between the RAP Working Group, ESG Steering Group.
• Act as an internal spokesperson for RAP initiatives, representing RAA in discussions with RAP organisations, government forums, and key stakeholders.
• Support community education and events teams in delivering programs that support First Nations peoples.

• Provide specialist advice & advocacy:

• Advise internal stakeholders on First Nations affairs, including internal and external communications, issues management, and reputation management.
• Ensure First Nations values, knowledge, and perspectives are embedded in RAA’s activities.
• Collaborate with the People & Capability team to enhance cultural responsiveness and increase First Nations employment opportunities at RAA.

• Build & maintain partnerships:

• Establish strong, consultative relationships with Aboriginal Community Controlled organisations and community groups.
• Work with the Community Partnerships and Events team to promote awareness and understanding of Australia’s First Nations peoples.
• Facilitate two-way engagement to ensure First Nations stakeholders are informed and involved in RAA’s reconciliation efforts.

• Mentor & support First Nations employees:

• Provide guidance and mentorship to First Nations employees, particularly new or early-career staff.
• Offer insights, support professional development, and help navigate challenges.

About YouWe are seeking an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who is passionate about reconciliation and driving change. You will bring:

• Strong relationship-building skills, with experience working collaboratively.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
• A deep understanding of issues impacting First Nations peoples.
• The ability to provide strategic advice on cultural responsiveness and inclusion.
• Strong organisational and leadership capabilities to manage RAP commitments effectively.

About usWe’re proud to be one of South Australia’s most iconic brands, trusted by members for more than 120 years. SA born-and-bred, RAA might be best known for our road service and insurance products, but we’re excited to be continuously diversifying to better help our members and community.Our goal? To make life better for South Australians. That’s why we’re proud to offer a range of services to our 820,000+ members, including travel, energy, solar and battery, electric vehicle charging, our RAA Rewards program and more. With motoring still a priority, we’re just as passionate as we were in 1903 about road safety, advocating for a safer SA into the future.We’re also one of the state’s largest employers, with more than 1300 employees working across our local sites at Mile End, RAA Place (CBD) and Adelaide Airport and our many retail and travel shops. With new office spaces in the city and city fringe in the works, and a buzzing people-first culture, we’re proud to be the State’s #1 Employer Brand.BenefitsWe love our people at RAA and believe our employees should be rewarded for being a part of the RAA family. Some of our employee benefits include:

• Free RAA premium road service
• Access to our RAA Rewards Program
• Generous discounts on all RAA products
• Flexible work arrangements
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities and a Study Support Program
• Wellbeing facilities and Corporate Health Insurance Plan

How to applyTo be part of something bigger and work for a passionate South Australian organisation with members at heart click ‘Apply’ to submit your application by 12.00pm Monday 24th March 2025.You’ll need to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in Australia and we’ll also need you to undertake a police check before you can work with us at RAA.We are committed to building a workplace that’s diverse and inclusive, where employees are embraced for their unique qualities and valued for their contributions. We believe a diverse and inclusive workplace brings out the best in everyone and helps us to give our members better service. That’s why we encourage applications from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, First Nations Peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.Required SkillsRequired Experience

Expected salary: $107100 per year

Location: Mile End, SA

Job date: Wed, 12 Mar 2025 23:00:20 GMT

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