ISEP Community Engagement Officer
ISEP Community Engagement Officer
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Job Description
AKG is now a Certified Great Place to Work 2024/2025
RISE Ventures is committed to local communities and their needs our strategy strengthens our presence and our connection with stakeholders in the Indigenous Skills and Employment Program(ISEP) goes far beyond just finding jobs. Whilst important our role has shifted to include providing work opportunities fostering and creating small enterprises supporting emerging businesses supporting Government objectives in essence assisting communities to plan for and RISE to the challenge of self-determination.
A day in the life of a ISEP Community Engagement Officer can include:
- Develop implement and manage the ISEPs marketing and engagement plan
- Manage ISEPs engagement methods and stakeholder relationships
- Enhance and improve the ISEPs marketing strategies and operations
- Assist the ISEP Team with increasing the positive association with ISEPs among relevant key representatives
- Work in collaboration with the ISEP Team to explore relevant potential opportunities
- Assistance in the day-to-day operations of ISEP through staff and management enquiries
- Support ISEP regarding audits and stakeholder visitations
- Attend networking opportunities
- Support Digital campaigns organised local events and meetings
- Educate and grow awareness of ISEP programs
- Maintaining the Cultural ethic of the company by respecting Elders and community protocol
- Prepare weekly report of activities and outcomes for management
- Attend networking opportunities
Skills and Experience
- Demonstrated experience in administration and establishing supportive youth relationships
- Knowledge of the local community
- Demonstrated ability to work in an outcome-based environment toward results
- Administration skills and attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills
- Well-developed computer skills
- Understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people and the issues they face
- Ability to comply with AKGs code of conduct company policies and procedures and uphold the organisations values in all interactions
- Well-developed problem-solving and time management skills
Please note this role will have travel within Cairns and surrounding communities.
Being a part of the Rise Ventures team you will be provided with a wide range of benefits including:
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- Rewarding and supportive culture
- Birthday leave and diversity leave
- Frequent training and support to excel in the role
- Free Employee Assistance Program
- Access to novated car leasing
- Engage Wellbeing and Recognition Centre (Move Munch Money and Mind)
To be considered you must
- Have full working rights in Australia
- Have a current drivers licence and a comprehensively insured vehicle
- Complete anAustralia History Criminal Check
- Have a current Working with Children Check or willing to obtain a Working with Children Check before employment
- Ability to work Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Please note that people with a criminal record are not automatically barred from applying for this position rather the relevance will be considered as it applies to our industry.
About AKG:
AKG is an innovative employment services community health and education provider underpinned by a unique partnership model.
Our family of businesses work together to empower individuals and communities with a particular focus on disadvantaged communities including First Nations youth and people living with a disability.
We are proud of our 30-year heritage and our achievements. So far we have helped more than 1 million people to learn find employment and discover new career opportunities.
At AKG we are empowered by our diversity. AKG are committed to providing a work environment where everyone is included treated fairly and with respect. AKG encourages applications from people of all ages nationalities abilities and cultures including Australian Defence Force Veterans and their Families Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process please contact our talent team via
If this role speaks to you and you want to be a part of a high performing and collaborative team as well as the ability to build an amazing career with an organisation that fosters genuine growth and development please apply today.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
