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National Indigenous Australians Agency
Government Administration
Canberra, ACT 25,803 followers
Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
About us
At the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), we are committed to supporting aspirations of First Nations peoples and removing barriers to ensure full and equal participation in the social and economic life of Australia. We leverage our partnerships and relationships to ensure First Nations voices are heard. We support the Minister for Indigenous Australians, Senator the Hon Malarndirri McCarthy, and work to influence policy across the entire Australian Government. We liaise closely with State and Territory governments, peak bodies and service providers to ensure Indigenous programs and services are delivering for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We recognise each community is unique. Our regional presence extends across Australia with staff based in each state and territory. Our staff work collaboratively and in genuine partnership with communities to ensure policies, programs and services address their unique needs. Areas of focus include health and wellbeing, education, employment, economic development, culture and heritage, land and the environment, housing, community safety, Closing the Gap, supporting the Indigenous voice co-design process, and constitutional recognition. NIAA is a flexible, diverse and inclusive workplace and our people are the heart of the NIAA. The NIAA shared values support our positive, inclusive and delivery orientated culture: • We respect multiple perspectives • We are professional and act with integrity • We invest in each other’s success • We are authentic • We deliver with purpose.
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https://www.niaa.gov.au/
External link for National Indigenous Australians Agency
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Canberra, ACT
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2019
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Charles Perkins House
Canberra, ACT 2606, AU
Employees at National Indigenous Australians Agency
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The Remote Australia Employment Service (RAES) is coming soon, and we want your feedback on the draft Grant Opportunity Guidelines (GOGs)! The RAES is the second stage of replacing the Community Development Program (CDP) and will help job seekers in remote Australia who might need extra support to get ready for work, starting on 1 November 2025. Draft GOGs for the new service are now available for information and feedback. You can have your say, particularly on: • Grants available (including provider payment model) • Eligible grant activities • Eligible expenditure • Assessment criteria • How we monitor your grant activity Provide your feedback on the draft GOGs by emailing RemoteEmploymentService@niaa.gov.au or completing this short survey by Monday 21 April 2025: https://lnkd.in/gsYJCNvw To find out more visit https://lnkd.in/gNzgW4zr #RemoteAustralia #RAES #EmploymentService #RemoteAustraliaEmploymentService #Consultation
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Working together to close the gap. #Budget2025 outlines the investment in building economic empowerment, food security, and health and wellbeing, as well as strengthening service delivery in remote First Nations communities. For more information visit https://lnkd.in/gd3EiaGJ Commonwealth Treasury
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Last night #Budget2025 was handed down. Visit budget.gov.au to find out more information.
#Budget2025 Overview has been released. You can read what’s in the Budget and how it affects you at budget.gov.au
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The countdown is on. #Budget2025 will be handed down tonight. Visit budget.gov.au from 7.30 pm for all the information. Commonwealth Treasury
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Do you need more time to apply for a grant to create jobs in your community? We have extended the Remote Jobs and Economic Development (RJED) application deadline until 3pm AEST on 7 April 2025 to give eligible employers more time to finalise their applications. The RJED program is the first stage in replacing the Community Development Program (CDP) by creating 3000 local jobs that remote communities want and need. If you need help with your application the RJED helpdesk will still be available until Wednesday 2 April 2025. You can call the helpdesk on 1800 939 500 or email REAS@niaa.gov.au Don’t miss your opportunity to apply for funding to create jobs and change in your community. Find out more at: niaa.gov.au/remote-jobs #RemoteJobs #RJED #Grants #NIAA #RemoteCommunities #RJEDGrants #RemoteAustralia
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This Partnership is a boost for First Nations tourism, funded for an initial two years through the National Indigenous Australians Agency’s Indigenous Advancement Strategy.
Austrade was pleased to convene the first meeting of a new Partnership for First Nations tourism in Gadigal Sydney on Tuesday, marking the next phase in work to elevate First Nations views within Australia’s visitor economy.🤝🏽💡✅ The National First Nations Visitor Economy Partnership is led by First Nations peoples from across Australia, including the Torres Strait Islands, and was developed as part of the THRIVE 2030 strategy to grow Australia’s visitor economy. This marked the first meeting of the Partnership, which was opened by Dara Williams, Deputy CEO Policy & Programs at Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade). CEO of Western Australia Indigenous Tourism Operators Council (WAITOC ) and Nhanda and Yamaji man, Robert Taylor was named Chair and Cameron Costello, Chair, Queensland First Nations Tourism Council and Quandamooka Moreton Bay man, was named Deputy Chair. Read more on the Austrade’s work growing trade and economic opportunities for First Nations businesses: https://ow.ly/VwaC50Vkqs4 #VisitorEconomy #tourism #IndigenousTourism #FirstNationsTourism #THRIVE2030 Cameron Costello Consultancy
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We are pleased to see work is underway to extend and upgrade Torres Strait Kaziw Meta’s boarding facility. This project is helping to meet the growing demand for on-Country boarding places in the Torres Strait, and connect First Nations young people in remote areas with education.
This year marks significant advancements for Kaziw Meta.🥳🛠️ We have received $4.7m in funding from the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) to extend the Waiwi Meta Boarding House. 💯 Kaziw Meta CEO Thomas Dunsmore expressed his enthusiasm for the improvements that will create six more beds for students. 💙 “We can’t wait to unveil the new look for Kaziw Meta, featuring stunning artwork by renowned Torres Strait Islander artist George Gabey,” he added. 🤍
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The Australian Government is strengthening the Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP), providing more opportunities for First Nations businesses. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gwgyCteg #IPP #Indigenousbusiness #ClosingtheGap
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Do you want to be involved in making a positive difference to peoples’ lives? We are all about purpose, people and partnerships, and if that sounds like you, we want you on our team! ⭐ APS4 Executive Assistants, Central Group - Darwin, NT; Katherine, NT Closing Wednesday 19 March ⭐ APS4 Executive Assistant, Eastern NSW - Parramatta, NSW Closing Thursday 20 March ⭐ APS4 Indigenous Engagement Officer, Galiwin'ku - Affirmative Measure Indigenous - Galiwin'ku, NT Closing Sunday 23 March ⭐ EL1 Senior Investigator, Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations (ORIC) - Brisbane, QLD Closing Sunday 23 March ⭐ APS6 Engagement Senior Officer, Western NSW - Broken Hill, NSW; Dubbo, NSW Closing Wednesday 26 March ⭐ EL1 Engagement Assistant Director, Eastern Group, NSW - Woden, ACT Closing Wednesday 26 March ⭐ APS5 Grant Agreement Advisor, Grants and Finance, Grants Management Unit (GMU) - Perth, WA Closing Sunday 30 March ⭐ APS6 Grant Agreement Manager, Grants and Finance, GMU - Perth, WA Closing Sunday 30 March ⭐ APS6 Engagement Senior Officer, Eastern NSW - Woden, ACT; Batemans Bay, NSW; Nowra, NSW Closing Sunday 30 March Find out more about these positions: https://lnkd.in/gXwcSw9m
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