About the Organisation
As a First Nations organisation, this job provider values diverse genders, cultures, and backgrounds. We aim to be an employer of choice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The organisation is a First Nations-led community development and research that creates positive change in and with First Nations communities. They undertake social and economic development, and research projects in partnership with First Nations communities, businesses, and people. Communities have control; they name the priorities and choose the design, assets, capabilities, and approach to achieve their vision. We provide tailored support through community partners, skilled staff, trained volunteers, supporters, and service providers.
Key Responsibilities
Engage with First Nations communities, organisations, and volunteers to identify, design, implement, and manage community development projects.
Build and maintain effective relationships with community groups, organisations, and volunteers.
Ensure project activities align with the values and objectives of the organisation.
Undertake detailed monitoring, recording, and evaluation of all projects in collaboration with communities and volunteers.
Contribute to continuous improvement in the organisation’s community development practices.
Support the recruitment, induction, and screening of volunteers for projects.
Assist with the broader organisational needs including communications, research, and supporter engagement.
Key Selection Criteria
Ability to work respectfully, effectively and collaboratively with First Nations peoples and non-Indigenous people, understanding cultural protocols and expectations.
Strong project management, organisational and time management skills.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage diverse stakeholders, prepare clear and persuasive reports, and effectively facilitate meetings and presentations.
Emotional intelligence demonstrated through strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills and a capacity to forge and maintain productive relations with a diverse range of people.
Building strong collaborative relationships with volunteers and stakeholder groups to deliver project objectives.
Experience and skill in monitoring and evaluation, the ability to reflect and learn from work and apply those learnings.
Demonstrated information technology and database management skills.
Ability to travel in regional and remote Australia.
Applicants must be vaccinated for COVID-19.
BENEFITS
Working with a First Nations-led organisation
Access to Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) Salary Packaging options
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
ELIGIBILITY
The successful candidate must hold Australian Working Rights and will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including a national police check, hold or obtain a working with vulnerable people card (or similar for your jurisdiction) and be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.