Strategic Project Coordinator

Strategic Projects Coordinator

We are looking for a Strategic Project Coordinator to support organisational efficiency, growth and innovation. This position within the organisation’s Impact and Strategy unit will undertake a diverse range of activities focused on strengthening and communicating the organisation’s impact.

The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and s 27 of the Discrimination Act 1991 (ACT). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.

Location: Canberra or Sydney Location (5 days in office)  
Type: Full-time (part-time considered on request)
Award/Classification:    
Salary: 
Reports to: Senior Impact and Strategy Manager

About Mob Jobs
Mob Jobs is a 100% owned and operated First Nations business that provides specialised culturally safe employment pathways for First Nations people. We also offer a range of tailored corporate development services and training designed to improve organisations cultural capabilities and establish them as an employer of choice for First Nations jobseekers.

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. They provide tailored support through community partners, skilled staff, trained volunteers, supporters, and service providers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate strategic projects across the organisation, including research and evaluation activities.

• Develop reports and other written content that effectively communicate the organisation's impact with a variety of audiences.

• Undertake activities that strengthen data quality and improve outcomes and reporting.

• Engage effectively with and provide support to other business units.

• Adhere to all workplace policies, including Workplace Health and Safety.

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 skills, including the ability to multi-task, prioritise work and meet deadlines. 

• Effective written communication skills including experience with preparing reports, briefings, and other written content. 

• Strong analytical skills including attention to detail.

• Knowledge of community development principles and monitoring and evaluation concepts.

• Emotional intelligence demonstrated by strong team and verbal communication skills and the ability to build and maintain productive relationships. 

• Strong IT skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office programs and data systems.

• A formal qualification in social sciences, monitoring and evaluation, community development or similar is desirable.

Benefits

• Working with a First Nations-led organisation 

• Access to Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) Salary Packaging options, to reduce your taxable salary 

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program 

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. 

Please note screening and interviewing for this role will commence immediately. If you intend to apply, please do so asap.