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ABEL BRITTON

Castlemaine,Australia

Summary

Proud Torres Strait Islander with a strong knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultural practices and protocols and engagement with Indigenous communities, organisations and individuals. Well-organized, detail-oriented and proactive in managing stakeholders, processes and expectations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Indigenous Engagement Advisor, Social Employment Advisor, Recruitment Advisor, Senior Recruitment Advisor

John Holland Group
10.2017 - Current
  • Co-Chair of JH Reconciliation Action & Advisory Committee (RAAC) for the last 3 years
  • Co-Chair of CYP Indigenous Engagement Group – SME for all Indigenous related affairs
  • RAP development, review and implementation
  • Stakeholder engagement and management supporting diversity and inclusion with a focus on Indigenous
  • Facilitation of lunch and learns, panels and events for Indigenous dates of significance
  • Maintain positive working relationships with Traditional Owners (through recognised organisations), Indigenous businesses and relevant community groups
  • Identify and assist in the engagement of Indigenous subcontractors, including facilitating pre-qualification process, identifying opportunities with project commercial teams and supporting the procurement and on-boarding processes
  • Develop and facilitate Cultural Responsiveness training to project staff and workforce
  • Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems
  • Verified applicant references and employment details
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration
  • Developed lists of qualified candidates for corporate hiring managers
  • Advised, coached and counseled managers and staff to support human resources policies, procedures, programs and labor relations in regard to social inclusion and general employment
  • Enhanced candidate experience by streamlining the recruitment process and ensuring timely communication with applicants.
  • Mentored junior team members in best practices for effective recruiting techniques, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional development.
  • Coordinated recruitment efforts across multiple departments, ensuring consistent processes and messaging for all potential candidates.
  • Maintain ongoing focus on achieving targets within overall strategy and regularly report on progress towards targets
  • Develop, implement and support programs which increase or enhance Indigenous engagement in line with overall strategy, including preparation of support materials and processes
  • Identify and maintain relationships with suitable services providers
  • Maintain awareness of Federal and State Government strategic objectives, policies, initiatives, programs and funding opportunities related to Indigenous affairs
  • Maintain awareness and general understanding of relevant legislation, including heritage protection
  • Provide coaching to managers and supervisors to enhance their cultural competence

Founder & Chair

Victorian Indigenous Programs Network
01.2015 - 12.2022
  • Developed a state-based network of organisations involved in Indigenous engagement made up of 52, corporate, community, government, and training organisations
  • Developed, implemented, and coordinated an Indigenous Employment Expo which hosted approximately 50 businesses and training organisations
  • Organise and chair quarterly meetings for the network including guest speakers, workshop activities and general collaboration initiatives
  • Manage a Working Group of 7 representatives, responsible for organising the Employment Expo and meeting agenda/materials
  • Liaison with key stakeholders, clients and members regularly

Indigenous Employment & Support Specialist - VIC/TAS/SA/WA

Accor Hotels
04.2015 - 09.2017
  • Developed a regional strategic plan to increase the Indigenous employee numbers across the region, and develop relationships with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander community organisations, members and other agencies
  • Handled day-to-day running of Indigenous programs and recruitment sourcing, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
  • Worked with hotels departments to understand recruitment needs and provide excellent service
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
  • Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations
  • Drove Indigenous recruitment improvements which resulted in increased Indigenous employees within region

Indigenous Traineeship Program Coordinator

Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia, Ayers Rock Resort
09.2013 - 01.2015
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
  • Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Gathered requirements for ongoing recruitment programs and organized details for management use
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows as needed
  • Planned and arranged meetings with external organizations and individuals, enabling all parties to meet and discuss future programs and candidates
  • Performed on-site site visits and documented trainee progress
  • Oversaw onboarding and mentorship for all candidates
  • Counseled departmental leaders to determine issues and deliver solutions to individualized problems and concerns
  • Built strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and devised strategies, initiatives, and events promoting the traineeship program
  • Worked closely with the National Indigenous Training Academy to ensure all trainees were signed up to relevant training throughout the traineeship program
  • Developed executive presentations and reports to facilitate project evaluation and process improvement

Senior Office Administrator / Indigenous Events Coordinator

Nguin Warrup Ltd
11.2011 - 09.2013
  • Delivered clerical support by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements
  • Supported Business Owners with effective correspondence management, document coordination and customer relations
  • Supported logistics for programs, meetings and events, including room reservations, agenda preparation and calendar maintenance
  • Maintained open communication with customers to foster positive relations and provide updates on cultural events and performances
  • Evaluated office documentation to check accuracy and complete missing pieces, avoiding delays and maximizing productivity
  • Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and directed to desired staff members
  • Assisted with coordination and hosting of cultural performers and performances during events during Brisbane's Black History Month

Trainer / Indigenous Program Support Officer

Employment Australia
10.2010 - 11.2011
  • Quickly adapted training plans for client needs, keeping timelines, budgets and desires in mind
  • Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities for mature aged Indigenous attendees
  • Interpreted management directives to define and document administrative staff processes
  • Codified office structures and processes to promote teamwork and performance
  • Employed proven problem-solving techniques to resolve issues quickly and effectively
  • Presented Cultural Awareness training programs to Employment Agency staff members, providing tools and resources to work with Indigenous clients
  • Facilitated training programs for unemployed Indigenous clients to assist with identifying issues to obtaining long term employment
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support team development and efficiencies

Education

CYP Leadership Program -

Seedling CTS
01.2023

MURRA Indigenous Business Master Class Program - Coursework made up of units from an MBA

Melbourne Business School
12.2018

Diploma of Management -

Careers Australia
12.2012

Diploma of Business -

Careers Australia
12.2012

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment -

Productivity Places
12.2009

Certificate III in Business Administration -

Sarina Russo
12.2003

Certificate II in Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Public & Community Administration -

TAFE Queensland
12.1999

Skills

  • Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and community
  • Consultancy and advisory
  • Presentations and public speaking
  • Relationship Building
  • Strategic Planning
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Hiring and recruitment knowledge
  • Social development and integration
  • Office administration
  • Program promotion, implementation and delivery coordination - Indigenous specific
  • RAP development, monitoring and implementation
  • Indigenous SME for tenders

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Indigenous Engagement Advisor, Social Employment Advisor, Recruitment Advisor, Senior Recruitment Advisor

John Holland Group
10.2017 - Current

Indigenous Employment & Support Specialist - VIC/TAS/SA/WA

Accor Hotels
04.2015 - 09.2017

Founder & Chair

Victorian Indigenous Programs Network
01.2015 - 12.2022

Indigenous Traineeship Program Coordinator

Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia, Ayers Rock Resort
09.2013 - 01.2015

Senior Office Administrator / Indigenous Events Coordinator

Nguin Warrup Ltd
11.2011 - 09.2013

Trainer / Indigenous Program Support Officer

Employment Australia
10.2010 - 11.2011

MURRA Indigenous Business Master Class Program - Coursework made up of units from an MBA

Melbourne Business School

Diploma of Management -

Careers Australia

Diploma of Business -

Careers Australia

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment -

Productivity Places

Certificate III in Business Administration -

Sarina Russo

Certificate II in Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Public & Community Administration -

TAFE Queensland

CYP Leadership Program -

Seedling CTS

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