Burbangana Program Coordinator - Identified

Taronga Zoo; Mosman; Sur place; AUD 113 000 - 138 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Complimentary passes for family and朋友

Accommodation discounts across Taronga

Food & beverages discounts

Discounted Fitness Passport

Résumé du poste

Taronga Zoo is seeking an exceptional Aboriginal Program Coordinator to lead the Burbangana Program and support young people through culture, education and personal development.

You will build relationships with Aboriginal communities and service providers, mentor staff, evaluate outcomes and ensure program excellence aligned with Taronga’s Commitment to Country. This role supports positive pathways for participants and benefits from a 12-month, temporary contract.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable young people and supporting positive outcomes.
• Experience collaborating with Aboriginal/ Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Proven mentoring, relationship-building and communication skills.
• Experience delivering educational, community or youth programs.

Responsabilités

• Lead the Burbangana Program to support participants' development and confidence.
• Build trusted relationships with participants, families and Community partners.
• Develop and support staff to deliver culturally informed programs.
• Coordinate administration, evaluation and reporting to show impact.
• Promote the program and foster community partnerships.
• Align delivery with Taronga’s goals and Strategy through collaboration.
• Uphold Work Health and Safety standards across activities.

Connaissances

Vulnerable youth work

Aboriginal communities

Mentoring

Education programs

Formation

Senior First Aid Certificate

NSW Driver’s Licence

Working with Children Check

Description du poste

• Located at Sydney’s Iconic - Taronga Zoo
• Temporary, 12-month contract
• TCSA Salaried Award, Clerk Grade 6, Annual salary starting from $125,066 (includes annual base salary of $110,345 + 11.5% superannuation & leave loading)

Taronga Zoo, located on Cammeraigal Country, is looking for an exceptional Aboriginal Program Coordinator to join the team!

This is a unique opportunity to play a part in the lives of the Burbangana Program participants through sharing of culture, connecting participants with community and inspiring conservation action.

The Burbangana Program supports young people who are experiencing vulnerability or complex circumstances. Through culturally safe experiences, mentoring, education, training and connection to Country, the program helps participants build confidence, develop skills and create positive pathways for their future.

As part Taronga’s Education team, you will work alongside passionate educators and program specialists who deliver meaningful experiences to young people, schools, visitors and the communities across our zoo.

Supporting Taronga’s Commitment to Country, this identified position contributes to creating opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people while ensuring Aboriginal voices, culture and community perspectives remain central to program design and delivery.

About the Role…

The Burbangana Program Coordinator leads a program that supports young people to build confidence, strengthen identity, develop skills and connect with positive opportunities through the unique environment of Taronga Zoo.

This role blends youth development, cultural leadership, education and conservation. Every day is different, and every day presents an opportunity to make a genuine difference in someone's life.

• Coordinate and deliver the Burbangana Program, supporting the cultural, educational and personal development of participants, including young people experiencing vulnerability or complex circumstances..
• Build trusted relationships with participants, families, Aboriginal communities, government agencies and service providers to support positive outcomes.
• Develop and support staff to deliver culturally informed educational programs, learning experiences and activities for participants, zoo guests and community.
• Coordinate program administration, evaluation, reporting and data collection to demonstrate impact and support continuous improvement.
• Promote the Burbangana Program and maintain strong partnerships with community, education, government and service delivery organisations.
• Communicate Taronga's education, conservation and Commitment to Country and Community objectives through program delivery, stakeholder engagement and community relationships.
• Build and maintain productive relationships across Taronga and with external partners to support program delivery and contribute to Taronga’s 2026-2030 Strategy.
• Contribute as an active member of a high performing team, and support the achievement of Taronga’s Commitment to Country.
• Ensure compliance with Work, Health and Safety requirements in line with Taronga’s Work, Health and Safety Charter.

About You…

We are looking for some that has:

• Experience working with vulnerable young people and support positive life outcomes.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, communities and organisations.
• Strong relationship building, mentoring and communication skills.
• Experience developing and delivering educational, community, cultural or youth programs.
• A current Senior First Aid Certificate.
• A current NSW Driver’s License or ability to have existing license formally recognised.
• A current paid NSW Working with Children Check, or the ability to obtain and maintain one.

Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including some of the following:

• Complimentary family and friends passes across both Taronga’s Sydney & Dubbo Zoo’s
• A wide range of discounts on our award-winning accommodation across both sites
• Discounted food and beverage purchases across the sites
• Discounted Fitness Passport
• + more!

Taronga is an equal opportunity employer, where we recognise the diversity of our workforce and community – be it on the basis of gender, age, culture, religion, language or personal circumstances.

Taronga is also committed to building on the perspectives, experience, knowledge and skills that this diversity brings to our organisation.

Applications Close:11:59pm - Sunday 22 November 2026