Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan September 2017 June 2020

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1 Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan September 2017 June 2020

2 Front page design In the spirit of reconciliation an expression of interest was called for Aboriginal artists to develop the artwork for our Reconciliation Action Plans. Karen Briggs was the successful artist chosen for her design representing the communities and resources of South Australia. Featured artist Karen is a Yorta Yorta woman whose ancestral homeland radiates from the junction of the Goulburn and Murray Rivers in North East Victoria. She now works as a contemporary Aboriginal graphic/web designer in Adelaide. Karen has a Bachelor of Design from the University of South Australia, has produced many designs and publications, and is also an illustrator of children s books. Her passion is to work with organisations that focus on Aboriginal affairs and improving the wellbeing of Aboriginal people. The meaning behind the design Walking and growing together This is a story about walking together and building strong relationships for effective reconciliation initiatives. The tree is the main metaphor for growth, with the leaves (circles) in the tree representing communities networking together. The branches hold the communities together in partnership, with PIRSA strengthening Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in a positive way through opportunities. The hands represent reconciliation as well as a hands-on approach with everyone working together. The elements of sea, land and wind are shown throughout the design, along with sea creatures, animals and livestock. Earth-based resources indicate PIRSA s work with agricultural industries and stakeholders. The design shows everything flowing in harmony together. SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE I

3 Reconciliation Action Plan Information current as of September 2017 Government of South Australia 2017 Disclaimer PIRSA and its employees do not warrant or make any representation regarding the use, or results of the use, of the information contained herein as regards to its correctness, accuracy, reliability and currency or otherwise. PIRSA and its employees expressly disclaim all liability or responsibility to any person using the information or advice. All enquiries Aboriginal Partnerships Unit Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) Level 16, 25 Grenfell Street GPO Box 1671, Adelaide SA 5001 T / E PIRSA.APU@sa.gov.au SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE II

4 Note: Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) recognises and values the contributions that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have made, and continue to make, to the state. For the purpose of this document, the term Aboriginal is used. This is not intended to exclude Torres Strait Islander people, or people that identify as being of both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. Definitions AAR AAR-DSD AF&W APU CEGAA DSD DEWNR NAIDOC NRW PIRSA RAP RWG SARDI SOGAA Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of State Development Agriculture, Food and Wine (a division of PIRSA) Aboriginal Partnerships Unit Chief Executives Group on Aboriginal Affairs Department of State Development Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources National Aboriginal and Islanders Day Observance Committee National Reconciliation Week Primary Industries and Regions South Australia Reconciliation Action Plan Reconciliation Working Group (PIRSA s RWG) South Australian Research and Development Institute (a division of PIRSA) Senior Officers Group on Aboriginal Affairs SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE III

5 Table of contents Opening statement from the Chief Executive, Reconciliation Australia 1 A message from the Chief Executive, Primary Industries and Regions SA 2 Our vision for reconciliation 3 Our commitment to reconciliation 3 Our business 3 Development of our Reconciliation Action Plan 4 Recent highlights 5 Reconciliation Action Plan themes 6 Relationships 7 Respect 10 Opportunities 12 Tracking and progress reporting 18 SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE IV

6 Opening statement from the Chief Executive, Reconciliation Australia Reconciliation Australia congratulates Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) on its commitment to reconciliation as it implements its second Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). The implementation of a Stretch RAP signifies that PIRSA is a leading advocate for reconciliation and is dedicated to making progress across the key pillars of the RAP program - respect, relationships, and opportunities. PIRSA understands the importance of building and maintaining respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, organisations and communities, in order to produce mutually beneficial outcomes. It champions these relationships by committing to creating opportunities that enable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to participate in South Australia s economic prosperity Respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories and cultures is key to PIRSA s core values and vision for reconciliation. This is exemplified by its aim to develop and implement a tailored cultural awareness training program that defines the continuous cultural learning needs of its employees. PIRSA is dedicated to driving reconciliation through employment and training opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as demonstrated by its actionable goal to increase Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employment within the organisation to 4 per cent by On behalf of Reconciliation Australia, I commend PIRSA on this Stretch RAP, and look forward to following its ongoing reconciliation journey. Karen Mundine Chief Executive Officer, Reconciliation Australia SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 1

7 A message from the Chief Executive, Primary Industries and Regions SA Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) recognises Aboriginal peoples as the first peoples and nations of South Australia. We acknowledge and respect Aboriginal people s deep cultural connection as the traditional owners and occupants of our lands and waters. The first step in the reconciliation process is to acknowledge that Aboriginal cultures are diverse and enrich our community and economy. We at PIRSA recognise the important role that Aboriginal cultures play in improving the social and economic wellbeing of all South Australians. We value this role and appreciate that Aboriginal peoples continue to maintain a unique and irreplaceable contribution to the sustainable management of our vast natural resources and our regions. We look forward to working collaboratively with Aboriginal communities to explore how these connections can be promoted, maintained and enhanced for the benefit of all South Australians. Our purpose at PIRSA is to assist primary industries and regions to grow, innovate and maximise their economic growth potential. Our focus is to lead delivery of the South Australian Government s Premium Food and Wine Produced in our Clean Environment and Exported to the World economic priority. We also lead and coordinate South Australia s regional development agenda. PIRSA is growing the South Australian economy and creating jobs across South Australia with a focus on assisting our agriculture, fisheries, aquaculture, food and fibre sectors to be market driven and innovative and dealing with the complexities of market access and productivity improvement. We engage with all levels of government, industry, academia and the broader community. This ensures we make collaborative decisions, have clear and relevant policies, plan and implement effective programs, and broker shared responsibility. At PIRSA we continue with our commitment to think and act as one PIRSA and one Government so that we work effectively together to achieve our goals, maximise opportunities and deliver outcomes for all South Australians. As an agency, we are focused on developing respectful partnerships and exploring business opportunities aligned with the aspirations of Aboriginal South Australians at both a regional and local level. It is important for all of us at PIRSA to understand and acknowledge that racism continues to affect Aboriginal peoples. We remain committed to eliminating racism and the resulting barriers to equality. Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) focuses on strengthening relationships, acknowledging and respecting diverse Aboriginal cultures, and creating opportunities with and for Aboriginal South Australians to participate and benefit from South Australia s economic prosperity. Reconciliation is everyone s responsibility and its success relies on all of us making a contribution. To fulfil our commitment to reconciliation, all of us at PIRSA need to see possibilities rather than obstacles to ensure our ongoing success and improvement in addressing the disadvantage that Aboriginal peoples in this state have experienced for generations: We need to think yes if rather than no because. I regard reconciliation as everyday business at PIRSA and that s why I am proud to present our ambitious Stretch RAP that builds on our achievements, anchors reconciliation in our building blocks and ensures reconciliation is embedded in all facets of our business. All staff at PIRSA have a significant role in the delivery of our RAP if we are to proactively generate opportunities in partnership with Aboriginal peoples in this state. I am also pleased that our PIRSA leaders have committed to take the lead in driving its implementation across the agency. Scott Ashby Chief Executive, Primary Industries and Regions SA SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 2

8 Our vision for reconciliation PIRSA has the lead in ensuring the prosperity of primary industries and regional areas within South Australia. Our vision is that PIRSA is recognised by Aboriginal communities as an agency that has respectful long-term relationships and has created opportunities for Aboriginal peoples to participate in primary industries and regional development. Our commitment to reconciliation Through our RAP we will adopt practical approaches to ensure that results are sustainable, culturally sensitive and socially just. In collaboration with Aboriginal peoples we aim to build tangible change, particularly focused on creating opportunities that support Aboriginal South Australians to participate in and benefit from South Australia s economic prosperity. Our business PIRSA drives the South Australian Government s Premium Food and Wine Produced in our Clean Environment and Exported to the World economic priority. We also lead and coordinate South Australia s regional development agenda. Our RAP is aligned to the five building blocks that continue to drive our work: Build capability to ensure our regions support food, wine and fibre industries that are contemporary, efficient, competitive and resilient. Secure production to ensure that ready, reliable and sustainable resources are available for industry growth and development. Expand markets to ensure that South Australian food, wine and fibre products have unrestricted access to new and existing markets. Grow regions to ensure regional areas contribute to the economic strength and social fabric of South Australia. Perform well to ensure PIRSA is a modern, flexible and responsive organisation that values its people while delivering outcomes for South Australians. PIRSA is a department of the Government of South Australia. We have offices across 30 metropolitan and regional sites throughout South Australia. The agency presently employs 1022 people on a full-time or part-time basis with 21 employees who identify as Aboriginal, 2.05%. SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 3

9 Development of our Reconciliation Action Plan PIRSA recognises the key themes of reconciliation relationships, respect and opportunities. We have developed this RAP linking measurable targets to our Corporate Plan, South Australia s Strategic Plan and the State Government s strategic and economic priorities. Our RAP is a further step in demonstrating our genuine desire to respectfully engage and develop relationships with Aboriginal peoples that will deliver lasting results. We have developed our plan by: establishing an internal Reconciliation Working Group (RWG) representing all divisions and Aboriginal employees to focus on increasing participation reviewing our progress so far and identifying opportunities for further improvement using the skills and expertise within our agency to identify opportunities and build on relationships to explore future initiatives engaging and supporting Aboriginal employees to participate and provide feedback researching and identifying opportunities to connect Aboriginal enterprises and relevant industry stakeholders initiating and resourcing an Aboriginal Partnerships Unit (APU) to identify, pursue and support opportunities for Aboriginal South Australians to be involved in our programs and projects. The RWG supports each division in the agency to deliver targets and ensures the monitoring and evaluation of the RAP is communicated across the agency to build understanding and capability. The RWG also ensured the RAP was developed with input from the PIRSA Executive leadership team. The process was supported and facilitated by the APU with leadership and direction from the Chair of the RWG. Once drafted, the RAP was circulated for review by the RWG (including Aboriginal employees) and distributed to executive directors for internal consultation. PIRSA convened various discussions about the draft RAP with key PIRSA leaders in late 2016 and early 2017 (e.g. during Leaders Forum, Executive meeting and Managers Forum). PIRSA also sought feedback on our draft RAP from Reconciliation Australia, Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Department of State Development (AAR-DSD) and Reconciliation South Australia. Our RAP is championed by our Chief Executive, Mr Scott Ashby. The Executive Sponsor of the RAP and Chair of the RWG is Mr Daniel Casement, Executive Director, Rural Solutions SA. PIRSA s RWG is an internal committee comprising representatives from across all levels and divisions of the agency (which includes one Aboriginal representative). Current representatives are: Mr Daniel Casement, Executive Director, Rural Solutions SA (Chair, RWG) Mr Peter Dietman, Director, Operations, Fisheries and Aquaculture Ms Lauren Thewlis, HR Consultant, Corporate Services (RWG Executive support) Ms Ann Draper, Manager, Food Programs, Agriculture Food and Wine Division (AF&W) Mr Eric Parnis, Principal Policy Officer, Regions SA Mr John Virtue, Manager, Strategy, Policy and Invasive Species, Biosecurity SA Ms Tarni Wilson, Communications Assistant, Agriculture, Food and Wine. Current vacancy (nomination pending) South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) In addition to the RWG representatives above, all Aboriginal employees at PIRSA are invited and supported to participate by either attending RWG meetings or being included in the distribution of minutes and action items (this is optional). PIRSA is also mindful that in some organisations there can be too much responsibility placed on Aboriginal staff with development and implementation of RAPs at PIRSA it is expected that our Executive leaders and divisional representatives proactively lead and drive SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 4

10 implementation of our RAP. PIRSA s Aboriginal Partnerships Unit (APU) also attends RWG meetings, providing support and advice to assist divisional leads with implementation. Through our RAP Sponsor and Chair, we also look forward to contributing to the new SA Government Reconciliation Network coordinated by AAR-DSD. In 2017, we will also explore the potential of establishing an external Aboriginal Advisory Group with key Aboriginal leaders and primary producers across South Australia. Recent highlights Over the past 12 months PIRSA has been committed to improving Aboriginal economic participation in South Australia. In partnership with the Indigenous Land Corporation, we are supporting new employment and economic development opportunities for Aboriginal peoples through the North-West Indigenous Pastoral Program. Through the South Australian River Murray Sustainability (SARMS) Irrigation Industry Improvement (3IP) Program, the Gerard Aboriginal Community has successfully developed an irrigated hay enterprise, which has longer term economic potential for the community. The SARMS Regional Development Innovation Fund is currently supporting the expansion of the native food industry in partnership with Aboriginal communities and business. We are making encouraging progress in terms of exploring new business partnerships with Aboriginal enterprises across the state. In , we contracted the services of six Aboriginal organisations and/or businesses to the value of $2.1 million for specialist project delivery services. We look forward to further opportunities to expand our support and procurement of South Australian Aboriginal business. In July 2016 we announced the establishment of the APU to provide leadership and support across the agency to increase our engagement, support all divisions to advance involvement of Aboriginal peoples in our business, and support the development and implementation of our new Stretch RAP. They also delivered two Aboriginal cultural awareness training (ACAT) programs for PIRSA Executive and managers in late This important development will shape the next phase of our ambitious ACAT Program that will be offered to our staff in They have also supported other divisions in PIRSA to progress opportunities in partnership with Aboriginal businesses and communities. PIRSA has made in-roads to address Aboriginal employment, having recently employed an additional eight Aboriginal people during We are also supporting Aboriginal people to complete tertiary studies through our PIRSA scholarship program and the SARDI bursary. In October 2016 we confirmed our commitment to the Aboriginal Fisheries Officer Career Pathway Program. The program has created four full-time positions for Aboriginal Fisheries Officers Trainees and one Traditional Fisheries Manager, with the overall aim to create meaningful career pathway options in the fisheries sector. For our 2017 to 2020 Stretch RAP, it is important we build on our success to date, implement our ambitious targets and continue to be agile in response to new opportunities as they arise. SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 5

11 Reconciliation Action Plan themes The RAP focuses on Reconciliation Australia s three pillars of reconciliation as defined by Reconciliation Australia: relationships, respect and opportunities ( Relationships Engaging with and building relationships with Aboriginal peoples will strengthen our capacity to work collaboratively towards improved outcomes. Respect Recognising the contribution of Aboriginal peoples to Australia enables PIRSA to achieve more culturally inclusive outcomes and actively cultivate behaviours that enhance our workplace and guide the development and delivery of services. Opportunities Creating opportunities for Aboriginal peoples and increasing Aboriginal economic participation and equity. SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 6

12 Relationships Engaging with and building relationships with Aboriginal peoples will strengthen our capacity to work collaboratively towards improved outcomes. Focus area: Reconciliation is supported and promoted internally and externally Action Responsibility Lead Timeline Targets 1. Develop, implement and coordinate the implementation of the Stretch RAP. Reconciliation Working Group (RWG) Chairperson, RWG November 2017 Report on progress annually (June) 1.1 Development, endorsement and launch of the PIRSA Stretch RAP (including publishing the RAP on the PIRSA website, intranet site and the Reconciliation Australia website). 1.2 Publish the RAP on Reconciliation Australia website and PIRSA intra and internet sites. 1.3 Maintain a Reconciliation Working Group (RWG) comprising executive champions, Aboriginal representatives and divisional representatives from PIRSA. 1.4 The RWG will meet at least six (6) times per annum to drive the implementation of targets, monitor progress and share information on progress across divisions. 1.5 Continue to invite / welcome Aboriginal staff to participate in the RWG. 1.6 Review and update the Terms of Reference for the RWG. 2. Celebrate National Reconciliation Week (NRW) to strengthen and maintain relationships between Aboriginal staff and other staff Reconciliation Working Group Chairperson, RWG Outcomes achieved and reported on in July annually 2.1 Establish a subcommittee of the RWG to plan and implement the following: Two internal NRW events aligned with the NRW theme each year. Registration of PIRSA NRW events via Reconciliation Australia s NRW website. Chief Executive s support for all PIRSA staff and senior leaders to participate in external events to recognise / celebrate NRW. Support one external NRW event that could include in kind support and/or partnering with community organisations. Reconciliation Working Group Chairperson, RWG Outcomes achieved and reported on in July 2.2 Host a minimum of one table at NRW Breakfast. 2.3 Host one NRW morning tea for staff. 2.4 RWG members support Reconciliation SA events via volunteering or supporting local SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 7

13 Action Responsibility Lead Timeline Targets annually reconciliation events. 3. Maintain and leverage mutually beneficial relationships with Aboriginal peoples, communities and organisations to support positive outcomes across PIRSA Agriculture, Food and Wine Reconciliation Working Group Director, Engagement, Performance and Reform Chairperson, RWG December 2017 December annually. Outcome in June 2018 (report on progress June) 3.1 Review and update our existing Aboriginal Engagement Strategy to enhance our work with Aboriginal people and business with support from PIRSA s APU. 3.2 Two senior managers nominated and participate in Jawun Executive secondments. 3.3 Establish a PIRSA Aboriginal Community / Business Volunteering Program where senior managers are supported to provide up to five days of volunteer service to an Aboriginal community in South Australia per annum (this could include business development support, strategic planning, regional engagement, technical advice, communication and engagement services, brokering industry partnerships, mentoring or other expertise). The service is endorsed and recognised as a professional development initiative and is promoted by PIRSA internally and externally. 4. Raise internal and external awareness of our RAP to promote reconciliation across our business and sector Reconciliation Working Group with support from Director, Engagement, Performance and Reform Chairperson, RWG February 2018 July). 4.1 Review and update a strategy to communicate our RAP to all internal and external PIRSA stakeholders. 4.2 Provide quarterly communiqués about the RAP and progress of the RWG to all PIRSA staff. 4.3 Prepare and promote at least three external reconciliation stories via PIRSA s internet or other relevant media platform. 4.4 PIRSA senior leaders are engaged and continue to deliver RAP outcomes. 5. Support and promote reconciliation activities beyond NRW to ensure reconciliation becomes an integral part of all PIRSA business Agriculture, Food and Wine Director, Engagement, Performance and Reform June 2018 July) 5.1 Continue to promote online resources on the PIRSA intranet for use by all PIRSA staff (including Reconciliation Australia website, National Reconciliation Week (NRW) and NAIDOC Week Calendars of Events and websites). 5.2 Update PIRSA intranet calendar to include key Aboriginal events. 5.3 Continue to support Reconciliation SA through promoting attendance and/or volunteering at key events (e.g. Anniversary of the National Apology to Stolen Generations and NRW breakfast events). 5.4 Register support for the national RECOGNISE Campaign. SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 8

14 Action Responsibility Lead Timeline Targets 5.5 Develop a sponsorship plan and aligned budget to confirm PIRSA s support for key Aboriginal events. 5.6 Develop communication tools to support PIRSA s presence at reconciliation events (e. g. banner, videos and factsheets). SARDI Executive Director December 2017 in June annually) 5.7 Develop a program to facilitate an annual visit by Aboriginal school students to a SARDI research centre. 5.8 Identify and develop a shortlist of Aboriginal researchers or research institutions with which to explore potential scientific research services and partnerships. Reconciliation Working Group with support from Rural Solutions SA Chairperson, RWG December 2017 in June 2018) 5.9 With support from the APU, consult with Aboriginal business and leaders to determine the interest and potential for an Aboriginal Advisory Group to inform our RAP, our work and support for Aboriginal economic participation Implement outcomes of consultation. SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 9

15 Respect Recognising the contribution of Aboriginal peoples to Australia enables PIRSA to achieve more culturally inclusive outcomes and actively cultivate behaviours that enhance our workplace and guide the development and delivery of services. Focus area: Learning and understanding Action Responsibility Lead Timeline Target 6. Increase knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, histories and achievements Corporate Services General Manager, People and Culture Outcome by December 2018 in June annually) 6.1 Develop and implement a cultural awareness training strategy for PIRSA staff that defines continuous cultural learning needs of employees in all areas of our business and considers various ways cultural learning can be provided (online, face to face workshops or cultural immersion). 6.2 At least 200 staff undertake face to face Aboriginal cultural awareness training (ACAT) including PIRSA Executive and RWG members. 6.3 Develop an online cultural learning program in At least 200 staff undertake online cultural learning activities. 6.5 Promote the Reconciliation Australia s Share Our Pride online tool to all staff. 6.6 A minimum of five staff undertake cultural immersion learning activities. 6.7 A cultural awareness key performance indicator is embedded in all staff performance development plans. 6.8 Increase staff knowledge and cultural competency via application of the Aboriginal Cultural Inclusion Framework consistent with CEGAA commitments. 7. Senior leaders and employees demonstrate respect to Aboriginal peoples and communities by embedding cultural protocols as part of the way our organisation functions Agriculture, Food and Wine Director, Engagement, Performance and Reform December 2018 in July annually) 7.1 Implement and communicate a cultural protocol document for Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Country via PIRSA intranet. 7.2 With the appropriate Traditional Owner/s, provide a Welcome to Country for a minimum of four significant public events. 7.3 All PIRSA staff and senior leadership to provide an Acknowledgement of Country at all public events and formal internal meetings (i.e. whole of agency or division meetings). 7.4 Explore requirements and protocols for displaying the National Australian flag, the Australian Aboriginal flag and the Torres Strait Islander flag at SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 10

16 Action Responsibility Lead Timeline Target PIRSA s regional hubs and metropolitan locations. 7.5 Create, in consultation with Kaurna Nation, an Acknowledgment of Country plaque for display in our main office buildings. Explore the potential to display an Acknowledgement plaque at our other offices around South Australia. 7.6 Support the APU to develop a resource package to promote our reconciliation efforts and resources to support achievement of RAP targets. 7.7 Maintain an electronic database to promote PIRSA opportunities (i.e. grants, employment and initiatives) to Aboriginal media outlets, key agencies and community organisations. 8. Celebrate NAIDOC Week and provide opportunities for Aboriginal staff to engage with culture and community during NAIDOC Week All divisions with support from Reconciliation Working Group Chairperson, RWG December 2017 in July annually) 8.1 Review human resource (HR) policies and procedures to reduce barriers to staff participating in NAIDOC Week. 8.2 Aboriginal staff are supported and encouraged to participate in local community events during NAIDOC Week. 8.3 All staff are supported to participate in NAIDOC Week events in the local community. 8.4 PIRSA to support at least one public NAIDOC Week event. 8.5 Support and promote cultural leave to Aboriginal staff through managers and team meetings. 8.6 Employees are supported to celebrate key events in the workplace. 8.7 Events and activities are promoted on PIRSA s intranet and at least quarterly in PIRSA News Weekly and CE Updates. 8.8 Explore the potential of establishing a stall or colocating with another government agency at the NAIDOC Week family fun day. 9. PIRSA Executive to engage with Aboriginal organisations and leaders during regional visits and presentations/ workshops Reconciliation Working Group Chairperson, RWG Outcome by July Report on progress in July annually 9.1 PIRSA Executive to invite a minimum of two Aboriginal communities or businesses to a relevant board meeting per annum. 9.2 One PIRSA Executive meeting is dedicated to the discussion and resolution of a significant Aboriginal issue that PIRSA is currently exploring. 10. PIRSA to contribute to national antiracism initiatives Reconciliation Working Group Chairperson, RWG December PIRSA to commit to becoming a signatory to the national campaign Racism - It Stops with Me. SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 11

17 Opportunities Creating opportunities for Aboriginal peoples and increasing Aboriginal economic participation and equity. Focus area: Employment and economic participation Action Responsibility Lead Timeline Target 11. Increase Aboriginal recruitment and retention in PIRSA Corporate Services General Manager, Corporate Services June 2018 July) 11.1 Implement, review and update PIRSA s Aboriginal employment and retention strategy, which includes professional development. The strategy should include consideration of internships, work experience programs, undergraduate / graduate work experience programs as well as potential partnerships with schools, academic institutions, industry, Aboriginal training organisations and industry. Attraction, retention and professional development strategies to be addressed that provide meaningful career pathways and development opportunities for Aboriginal staff. The strategy will need to be developed with input from Aboriginal employees and / other relevant advisors as required Engage with existing Aboriginal staff to consult on employment strategies, including professional development. June 2020 July) 11.3 Increase Aboriginal employment in PIRSA to a minimum of 4% by 2020 (consistent with all South Australian Government agencies) As a minimum, one Aboriginal employee is engaged as a graduate/cadetship As a minimum, one Aboriginal ASO8/equivalent or higher is employed Employ a minimum of one Aboriginal recruit in a Professional Officer (PO) classified role At least one Aboriginal employee undertakes leadership training per annum At least one Aboriginal employee is a member of at least one agency Board / Committee At least one Aboriginal employee is in a leadership position Continue to advertise all job vacancies in the SA Aboriginal Employment notices and where possible other local Aboriginal media Continue to support participation of Aboriginal employees in the SA Government mentoring SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 12

18 Action Responsibility Lead Timeline Target program (along with other relevant mentoring programs) Support the implementation of the entry level career pathway program across all divisions Training provided to a minimum of 50% of managers on cultural safety (e.g. DSD Cultural Respect Program for Managers of Aboriginal Employees once PIRSA Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Programs are completed). Fisheries and Aquaculture Director, Operations October 2017 July) Employ an Aboriginal trainee to support business services and leasing and licensing sections Implement Aboriginal Traditional Fishing and Aboriginal Fisheries Officer Career Pathway Program to recruit and mentor up to four Aboriginal Fisheries Officers Appoint an Aboriginal Traditional Fisheries Manager Biosecurity SA Executive Director July 2018 July) Utilise at least two employment service providers to increase Aboriginal employment in Biosecurity SA, both short-term (e.g. casual staff for emergency response activities) and long-term (e.g. regional roles at National Sterile Insect Technology Facility and border operations; head office) Provide two top-up scholarships for Aboriginal people to undertake honours, masters or PhD biosecurity research projects in collaboration with Biosecurity SA staff Host two summer internships of University of Adelaide PIRSA scholarship students to provide training in government careers in biosecurity In collaboration with DEWNR, provide regional half-day training workshops in biosecurity, tailored to both local needs and state strategic issues Explore potential to develop and implement a statewide Aboriginal Biosecurity and Emergency Management Program (including opportunities to partner with commonwealth and state agencies). SARDI Executive Director July Provide work experience placements to Aboriginal undergraduate students studying agricultural or aquatic science related degrees Develop a proposal with an industry funding body to fund an Aboriginal graduate internship, to employ a recent graduate of an agricultural or aquatic science degree for 12 months at SARDI. SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 13

19 Action Responsibility Lead Timeline Target 12. Increase Aboriginal supplier diversity Corporate Services Manager, Procurement Outcomes by June 2018 July) No less than six low value procurements (less than $220,000) from Aboriginal businesses listed on Aboriginal Business Connect Develop procurement relationship with the Office of the Industry Advocate for whole of agency engagement Engage with no less than six Aboriginal businesses to understand and facilitate procurement opportunities At least six Aboriginal businesses are connected to capacity and capability training leading to at least four additional tender-ready on Aboriginal Business Connect Continue to engage with Aboriginal Business Connect, an initiative of the SA Government developed in partnership with Supply Nation as a one-stop-shop for anyone looking to procure from a South Australian business that is 50% or more Aboriginal-owned, to ensure regional based Aboriginal businesses are well represented Support all divisions to procure Aboriginal business with supporting information and advice Working through CEGAA leadership and the Office of the Industry, advocate to support development of a whole of government procurement target and appropriate monitoring and reporting mechanisms. All divisions Manager, Procurement July 2018 (Reporting July) Each division to support procurement targets by procuring at least three Aboriginal businesses per annum. 13. Increase opportunities for Aboriginal economic participation in our work Rural Solutions SA Executive Director Outcomes by December 2018 July) 13.1 Deliver the extended North-West Indigenous Pastoral Project (NWIPP 2) to support sustainable economic development and employment outcomes with Aboriginal peoples in the pastoral industry. Working with key partners and stakeholders, investigate strategic opportunities to adapt / expand concepts from NWIPP 2 to support the growth and expansion of Aboriginal agribusiness and aquaculture across South Australia Provide for engagement of Aboriginal peoples and/or business in major programs including the SA River Murray Sustainability Program (SARMS), Northern Adelaide Food Park (NAFP), and Northern Reservoirs Continue PIRSA s commitment to the APU to SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 14

20 Action Responsibility Lead Timeline Target ensure support for further economic development and employment opportunities at PIRSA Explore the concept of developing a short documentary about the contribution of Aboriginal peoples to agriculture / primary industries in South Australia (historic and contemporary) with input from Aboriginal peoples and procurement of a locally owned Aboriginal media provider Investigate opportunities via a feasibility study into the potential of delivering educational programs for Aboriginal peoples in primary industries at PIRSA farms Conduct engagement activities with Aboriginal primary producers and or regional leaders to understand their involvement in primary industries and current economic development aspirations Support at least one new or existing Aboriginal business per annum with access to business planning services, mentoring and technical assistance to develop or expand businesses opportunities in primary industries Greening the Desert Contribution to Carbon Neutral Adelaide. Initiate PIRSA support for the carbon sequestration program supported by the Department of State Development (Greening the Desert Project delivered in partnership with Scotdesco Aboriginal community). Corporate Services Executive Director June 2018 in July 2018) 13.9 Update all business templates (e.g. project management frameworks, guidelines, project plans, procurement guidelines, monitoring and reporting tools and project briefings) to ensure Aboriginal interests and opportunities are identified and considered prior to project commencement. PIRSA Executive Executive directors December 2018 July) Facilitate Aboriginal employment support programs with key industry groups (employers). Fisheries and Aquaculture Director, Operations July 2018 July) Provide support and opportunities for at least two coastal nations to advance their involvement in the local or regional fisheries and/or aquaculture industry developments including commercial access, zone policy and artificial reef management Engage with coastal nations and undertake an analysis of the opportunities and identify options to support the recognition of Aboriginal cultural SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 15

21 Action Responsibility Lead Timeline Target values and aspirations in the management of South Australia s fisheries resources (e.g. New Zealand and other international models) Working with coastal nations from throughout SA, continue exploring options for the development and implementation of a community driven Sea Ranger Program in South Australia Engage with Aboriginal Sea Country communities to develop Traditional Fisheries Management Plans Biosecurity SA Executive Director June 2018 July) Develop and commence implementation of a Biosecurity SA engagement strategy for Aboriginal communities/persons/businesses Actively include Aboriginal communities in biosecurity passive surveillance networks for new pest/disease detection Ensure direct engagement with relevant Aboriginal stakeholder groups in the revision of declared pest animal policies. Agriculture, Food and Wine Executive Director December 2017 in progress in July 2018) Ensure the Agribusiness Growth Program is well promoted by AF&W to Aboriginal business networks to lift participation by eligible Aboriginal businesses in this planning for growth program Integrate Aboriginal interests into two of the working groups that evolved from the SA/NT Industry Roundtable Premium Beef, Native Foods Engage with at least two Aboriginal primary producers per annum to inform consideration of Aboriginal aspirations and involvement in agriculture to inform AF&W policies and programs. Rural Solutions SA and Regions SA Executive Director July 2018 reporting on progress July In collaboration with Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation-Department of State Development (AAR-DSD), provide support and input into: The Chief Executives Group on Aboriginal Affairs (CEGAA) and Senior Officers Group on Aboriginal Affairs (SOGAA) The implementation of Aboriginal Regional Authority Policy. Regions SA Executive Director July 2018 July) Support and provide advice to at least two Aboriginal businesses and corporations on issues such as grants, government processes, etc Proactively engage with at least two Aboriginal communities and/or business enterprises to SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 16

22 Action Responsibility Lead Timeline Target promote use of services provided by Regions SA Facilitate at least two opportunities that support increased participation of Aboriginal organisations to participate in the Regional Development Fund and other regional development initiatives Meet at least six times a year with the Office of the Industry Advocate to continue to support their work in promoting Aboriginal businesses Sponsor a living culture project / regional economic development priority / Aboriginal grant program for an Aboriginal community / region that is not currently linked or engaged in PIRSA programs. PIRSA Executive Deputy Chief Executive responsible for Regions SA August 2018 July) For each representative of PIRSA Executive, develop an ongoing relationship with at least one Aboriginal community or business leader per annum. Report on the relationship at Executive meetings at least quarterly. PIRSA Executive Deputy Chief Executive responsible for Agriculture, Food and Wine April 2018 in July 2018) Explore / determine interest of Aboriginal leaders to participate in PIRSA trade missions (and provide support to enable participation for up to two leaders to attend missions). SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 17

23 Tracking and progress reporting Action Responsibility Timeline Target 1. Report RAP achievements, challenges and learnings internally and externally 2. Review, refresh and update RAP Chair, RWG July 2018 and 2020 Reports provided annually from July to September. Chair, RWG January 2020 May Evaluate outcomes from PIRSA s participation in the RAP Barometer Survey and consider its future application every two years. 1.2 Contribute to annual RAP Impact Reports required by Reconciliation Australia 1.3 Develop and implement systems and capability needs to track, measure and report on RAP activities. 1.4 Report on the RAP in the department s annual reports. 1.5 Publically report our RAP achievements, challenges and learnings through the State Government s annual reconciliation report. 1.6 Participate in the recently established State Government Reconciliation Network Forum. 2.1 Liaise with Reconciliation Australia to develop the next RAP based on learnings, challenges and achievements. 2.2 Send draft RAP to Reconciliation Australia, Reconciliation South Australia, and AAR-DSD for feedback. Seek endorsement from Reconciliation Australia. Chair, RWG June New RAP approved by Senior Executive Group and registered with Reconciliation Australia by end of Build accountability through effective reporting on progress of the RAP Chair, RWG) July 2018 annually or as required) 3.1 Reports regarding RAP achievements are provided to PIRSA Executive. 3.2 Reconciliation achievements reported in the Chief Executive s updates and within PIRSA s internet and intranet page dedicated to Aboriginal initiatives and reconciliation matters. 3.3 Reconciliation achievements reported on annually as part of whole of government via CEGAA. SEPTEMBER 2017 PIRSA STRETCH RECONCILATION ACTION PLAN PAGE 18