Applications are now open for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to join an expert working group on Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP).

In partnership with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts and other government agencies, the expert working group will advise on new laws to protect First Nations traditional knowledge and cultural expressions. This includes addressing the harm caused by fake art, merchandise and souvenirs.

The development of the new laws will be First Nations-led. The panel will consist of up to 7 members and a Chair who can demonstrate at least one of the following:

  • knowledge and expertise in ICIP
  • lived experience with ICIP and an understanding of current issues
  • stakeholder engagement and the ability to represent the views of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This is a paid opportunity of at least 2 years, with a possible option to extend for 1 year. There will be a minimum of 5 meetings per financial year, with at least one of those being in-person.

How to apply

Applications close at 2.00pm (AEST) on 20 September 2024. The First Nations expert working group is being established through an open procurement process. This means you will need to apply through AusTender. To view the documentation, including the Approach to Market (the requirements) and the Response (your application) you will need to register on AusTender.

Questions

If you have any questions about the expert working group, email icip@arts.gov.au by 5.00pm (AEST) on Thursday 19 September 2024.

Information session

Office for the Arts Information Session on the First Nations Expert Working Group on ICIP Recording.

This is a recording of the online information session held at 2:00pm on 6 September 2024 about the opportunity to join the First Nations Expert Working Group. If you were unable to attend the live session please watch this video to find out about the expert working group and how to apply.

For more information about the new stand-alone legislation to protect Indigenous cultural and intellectual property, visit the ICIP webpage.