Thursday September 26, 2024
Reconciliation Action Plan Committee Expressions of Interest for First Nations community member
Eastern Health is committed to working towards meaningful reconciliation, and we are seeking Expressions of Interest from First Nations community members to join our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Committee as a community representative.
About the Role: The RAP Committee plays a vital role in guiding and implementing actions that foster reconciliation within Eastern Health. As a First Nations community representative, your lived experiences, cultural knowledge, and insights will help shape and support our initiatives to build strong relationships, enhance respect, and create opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in RAP Committee meetings.
- Provide guidance and cultural insight into RAP initiatives and strategies.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to help develop and implement reconciliation actions.
- Advocate for the interests and needs of the First Nations community within Eastern Health’s reconciliation efforts.
Who Should Apply: We invite expressions of interest from First Nations community members who:
- Are passionate about reconciliation and the empowerment of First Nations peoples.
- Can commit time to attend regular RAP Committee meetings.
- Have strong community connections and a desire to contribute to meaningful change within the healthcare sector.
- Bring lived experience and/or professional knowledge related to the wellbeing and empowerment of First Nations peoples.
How to Apply: If you are interested in applying or would like more information, please send your expression of interest to RAP Manager Mena by 16th Oct.
Your EOI should include:
- A brief introduction of yourself and your connection to the Eastern community
- Why you are interested in joining the RAP Committee
- Any relevant experience, skills, or insights you would bring to this role.
Deadline for Submissions: Please submit your EOI to Mena Love at [email protected] by 16th Oct.
We look forward to receiving your expression of interest and working together to advance reconciliation.
Thank you for your consideration.
RAP Manager