Education Program Coordinator (Aboriginal)
Education Program Coordinator (Aboriginal)
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Job Description
Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.
- Permanent opportunity full-time hours (35 hours/week)
- Office location The Rocks (with flexible work options).
- Salary relative to experience and ranges from $97027 to $107059 super
About us
Placemaking NSW is responsible for managing and caring for some of Sydneys most iconic harbourside venues and locations including The Rocks Barangaroo Darling Harbour and White Bay Power Station. We also lead the planning and delivery of the Bays West Urban Renewal Precinct a state significant project that will bring new homes jobs and public spaces to 77 hectares of government-owned land just 2 kilometres from Sydneys CBD.
The role
This role is about helping deliver meaningful Aboriginal education experiences every day. Youll lead and support a team of Education Guides oversee day-to-day program operations and make sure everythingfrom storytelling to school visitsmeets high standards and reflects cultural integrity. Its a hands-on role that blends rostering mentoring content quality and program evaluation.
Youll also collaborate with museum and cultural teams to ensure programs stay relevant and aligned with the Australian Curriculum while managing stakeholder expectations and supporting bookings and exhibitions as needed. Your leadership will be key to ensuring both staff and visitors have an enriching respectful experience grounded in culture and connection.
For more information read the full Role Description: Education Program Coordinator (Identified)
What you will bring to the role
- Strong communication skills to work effectively with team members school groups and other stakeholders
- Great attention to detail ensuring education programs and resources are delivered accurately and to a high standard
- Well-developed time management and organisational skills to coordinate daily operations rosters and program schedules
- Experience or interest in the education space particularly in delivering engaging curriculum-aligned content
- A customer-focused approach with experience in bookings or general visitor services
- A commitment to cultural integrity and respect for Aboriginal perspectives in all aspects of program delivery and leadership
What is an essential requirement:
- A Working with Children Check is an essential requirement for this role. The role has been identified as requiring a check in keeping with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
- This is an Identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.
Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:
- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and
- is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
Whats in it for me
Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements diverse and fulfilling assignments and prioritize work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome respected and empowered to succeed.
Join us
If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close 11.55pm on Wednesday 16July 2025.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Adam Shumack onor .
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent skills and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or (02)- HR Support option 3 DPHI People Advisory option 1 and reference Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
