Aboriginal Engagement and Programs Officer
Aboriginal Engagement and Programs Officer
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$ 45 - 52
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Job Description
Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country with a population of 240000 residents Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.
Our people are focused on driving community outcomes programs and services to innovate inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its communitys vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome belong and succeed.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Council is looking for an appropriately qualified person to plan implement and monitor education programs aimed at building understanding and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples cultures places history and languages in the Cumberland Local Government Area (LGA).This position will be informed by Cumberland Councils Reconciliation Action Plan and will respond to community identified needs priorities and strengths.
The successful applicant will be a person of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent who has:
- Experience in delivery of education programs and ability to engage with a wide range of audiences including children young people and seniors
- Demonstrated experience in community development and/or community engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- Demonstrated project management skills including sound knowledge and experience in planning delivery and reviewing programs and ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
- Strong communication conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
- High level administrative and organisational skills including attention to detail ability to maintain accurate records and advanced skills in Microsoft Office
- Ability to maintain accurate financial records and monitor expenditure
- Current Working with Children Check
- Current Class C Drivers licence.
This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified role under s14 of the AntiDiscrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
Download the position description here for more information.
About this role:
- 1x Permanent parttime position
- Working 42 hours per fortnight with core hours between 8:00am to 4:30pm. Working days will be negotiated with the successful candidate however there may be requirements to attend meetings or events outside of ordinary hours.
- Located at Councils Merrylands administration office however and may be required to work across any of Councils work locations.
Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 10 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $45.25 to $52.03 per hour plus 11.5 superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated taking into consideration the successful applicants qualifications skills and experience related to the role
What youll need to have for this role:
- The right to live and work in Australia
- Be able to provide information for preemployment checks required for the position including attending a physical preemployment medical examination as required
- Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Councils Health Monitoring Procedure as required
- Provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process in accordance with Councils COVID19 Vaccination Procedure.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
- We promote worklife balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five 5 days leave for frontfacing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave personal leave per year parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five 5 years (where applicable)
- Three 3 additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Corporate Health Insurance discounts
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning paid leave to undertake annual skin checks COVID19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
- Access to Councils Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT US
Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application if required and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain undertake or remain in childrelated employment.
Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process please contact the hiring manager during the application process.
ENQUIRIES
ContactChristina Halligan Manager Community Developmentonor for further information.
Closing date: 11:59pm Wednesday 9 April 2025
HOW TO APPLY
To submit your application for this position please complete the questionnaire. Youll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
