Education Liaison Officer

The purpose of the position is to support the planning development and implementation of programs to improve learning and/or wellbeing outcomes for Eastern Maar and First Nations learners in government Ngakeepoorryeeyt the Eastern Maar Country Plan outlines that the health and wellbeing of Eastern Maar citizens is at the heart of our aspirations for the Maar nation. All that we do today we do for our kids and for their kids. All the native title business the community education and the economic development activities are about creating an environment where our kids have the best possible chance to meet their potential and prosper. We want to see our younger generations do well to be proud of themselves as Aboriginal people and to be confident and successful to know their tribes their values and their Country and keep our Ancestors stories alive. One of the goals of our Country Plan is that young people are active and engaged on the path to reaching their full Roles and ResponsibilitiesKey duties include:Over the three-year period the Education Liaison Officer will:Be responsible for implementing the Education Liaison Program Project Plan and will help monitor the impact of the program for Eastern Maar a new Cultural Education in Schools on Eastern Maar Country Program focused on the development and delivery of curriculum in schools (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures across one or more of the Victorian Curriculum F-10 learning areas)oWorking with the Eastern Maar Cultural Advisory Group lead the development and implementation of the Cultural Education in Schools on Eastern Maar Country Program. oWhere appropriate work with the Language Coordinator and Language Revitalisation Subcommittee to support the Eastern Maar language in schools Support complement and strengthen existing and emerging education-related programs in the southwest region that align with Eastern Maar community needs and the education categories in the Strengthening Aboriginal Self-Determination in Education report. Programs include the Koorie Career Pathways and Aspirations Day and the Koorie Youth Leadership Eastern Maar in working groups and between the school community and Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation to deliver outcomes for Eastern Maar and First Nations students. Build and maintain strong relationships with key Eastern Maar cultural leaders and education sector general tasksWriting and preparing progress reports. Work in a multidisciplinary team environment and work autonomously including setting priorities and monitoring own workflows to deliver a timely and quality documents and Selection Criteria EssentialDemonstrate a commitment to the safety and well-being of childrenKnowledge of the Eastern Maar Peoples Country culture values and and capacity to manage relationships sensitively and effectively with a diverse stakeholder group including EMAC staff Eastern Maar community members and the general ability to effectively communicate and engage with relevant stakeholders including students parents and school staff Ability to build and maintain strong networksProven experience with organisational and communication (written and verbal) skills Ability to prepare progress reports for funding bodies and other stakeholdersKnowledge and experience working with Microsoft Office to work independently Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise workloads with a can-do Selection Criteria Desirable Strong understanding of the importance of Country to Traditional Owners and recognition of the Eastern Maar Peoples as Traditional Owners of the south-west region of to communicate respectfully sensitively and effectively with Eastern Maar citizens and all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to and appreciation of Eastern Maar culture values perspectives and heritage including impacts of colonisation and importance of cultural understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting aspirations of the Eastern Maar or a background in Education and understanding of Victorian Education syllabiWillingness to participate in and lead professional development activitiesOther position requirementsHolder of a current Working with Children Check Holder of a current Victorian Drivers LicenceUndertaken a National Police Check for Employment Purposes within the last 3 monthsNote: A request to conduct probity checks does not guarantee that an offer of employment will be with EMAC Our offer to youAt EMAC we are committed to fostering a supportive culturally safe and empowering work environment. When you join our team youll enjoy: Flexible hybrid working arrangements available Salary packaging benefits in accordance with the ATO-approved rates for Public Benevolent Institutions. Currently up to $15900 Meal/Entertainment benefits up to $2650 per year. Paid Christmas break in addition to 4 weeks annual leave Employee Assistance Program A friendly and supportive culture Professional development to applyTo apply send your resume and a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria to Closing DateSunday 23 November 2025 at 11:59 PM.