Community Engagement Officer

Barang Regional Alliance PTY Ltd; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Barang Regional Alliance Ltd is a not-for-profit Aboriginal organisation serving the Central Coast of NSW. It seeks a Community Engagement Officer (Identified Role) to support practical engagement, coordinate programs and ensure community voices inform regional development priorities.

The role emphasizes building trust with Elders and Aboriginal community groups, coordinating events, and reporting on progress while upholding cultural protocols and the SCHADS award terms.

Qualifications

• Identifies as an Aboriginal person and is recognised and accepted as such by the Aboriginal community.
• Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal community contexts and a commitment towards progressing social, economic and cultural development for Aboriginal people.
• Demonstrated ability to influence systems change and contribute to Aboriginal led collaborative reform that advances regional priorities.
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement, relationship building and communication skills.
• Well-developed skills in Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams, and demonstrated understanding of social media platforms and other relevant digital tools.
• Experience in stakeholder management, community engagement or project management.
• Current NSW Drivers Licence

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ongoing community feedback mechanisms (annual community surveys, workshops, forums, consultations) to ensure community identified priorities inform regional advocacy, planning and decision-making.
• Coordinate and convene the Central Coast Aboriginal Interagency to strengthen collaboration and information sharing.
• Develop, maintain and strengthen relationships with Aboriginal community members, Elders, Leaders, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, government agencies and community partners.
• Support the ongoing identification, recording and communication of community priorities, in addition to emerging issues and opportunities to inform Barang’s Regional Development Agenda.
• Assist in the coordination and support of partnership tables, community panels, and other shared decision-making mechanisms.
• Plan, coordinate and facilitate community engagement activities as a means to promote meaningful participation, increase community voice and strengthen accountability.
• Develop, coordinate and maintain communications, including social media, digital platforms and engagement materials, targeted towards local Aboriginal community members.
• Monitor and respond to community feedback, ensuring information is appropriately recorded, documented and distributed.

Skills

Aboriginal identity

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Microsoft 365

Project management

Driver's licence

Social media awareness

Education

Qualifications in stakeholder management or community engagement

Job description

Award: Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award

Enjoy generous NFP salary packaging benefits - package up to $15,900 for everyday living costs (rent, mortgage, bills) and an additional $2,650 for dining and entertainment

Reports to: General Manager

Applicants must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

Barang considers being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person a genuine occupational requirement under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Appointment to this position is subject to the successful completion of a National Police Check and Working with Children Check (WWCC). The successful applicant must maintain all required clearances for the duration of their employment and notify Barang of any change that may affect their clearance or suitability to undertake the role

Community Engagement Officer

Identified Role

Position Details

Award: Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award

Classification: SCHADS Level 2, Pay Point 4 – Level 3, Pay Point 4

Enjoy generous NFP salary packaging benefits - package up to $15,900 for everyday living costs (rent, mortgage, bills) and an additional $2,650 for dining and entertainment

Reports to: General Manager

Applicants must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

Barang considers being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person a genuine occupational requirement under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Appointment to this position is subject to the successful completion of a National Police Check and Working with Children Check (WWCC). The successful applicant must maintain all required clearances for the duration of their employment and notify Barang of any change that may affect their clearance or suitability to undertake the role

Organisation Purpose

Barang Regional Alliance Ltd (Barang) is a not-for-profit Aboriginal organisation supporting the empowerment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people on the Central Coast of NSW. We advocate to reform current thinking, systems and processes contributing to improved outcomes and accountability for the Aboriginal community.

Position Purpose

Provide practical, reliable and high level Aboriginal community level engagement as well as assisting with the ongoing coordination, administration, management, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of the Regional Development Agenda and Empowered Communities initiative.

General Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate ongoing community feedback mechanisms (annual community surveys, workshops, forums, consultations) to ensure community identified priorities inform regional advocacy, planning and decision-making.
• Coordinate and convene the Central Coast Aboriginal Interagency to strengthen collaboration and information sharing.
• Develop, maintain and strengthen relationships with Aboriginal community members, Elders, Leaders, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, government agencies and community partners.
• Support the ongoing identification, recording and communication of community priorities, in addition to emerging issues and opportunities to inform Barang’s Regional Development Agenda.
• Assist in the coordination and support of partnership tables, community panels, and other shared decision-making mechanisms.
• Plan, coordinate and facilitate community engagement activities as a means to promote meaningful participation, increase community voice and strengthen accountability.
• Develop, coordinate and maintain communications, including social media, digital platforms and engagement materials, targeted towards local Aboriginal community members.
• Monitor and respond to community feedback, ensuring information is appropriately recorded, documented and distributed.

Self-Management and Team Contribution

• Maintain high standards of professionalism, integrity, discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Adhere to Barang’s policies, procedures, governance requirements and reasonable workplace directions.
• Actively participate in performance and development processes, undertake relevant professional learning and maintain skills and capabilities.
• Comply with all work health and safety requirements and contribute to maintaining a safe and respectful workplace.
• Operate within all applicable legal, ethical and cultural frameworks.
• Contribute to the ongoing implementation of Barang’s Regional Development Agenda.

Required Skills and Experience

• Identifies as an Aboriginal person and is recognised and accepted as such by the Aboriginal community.
• Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal community contexts and a commitment towards progressing social, economic and cultural development for Aboriginal people.
• Demonstrated ability to influence systems change and contribute to Aboriginal led collaborative reform that advances regional priorities.
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement, relationship building and communication skills.
• Well-developed skills in Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams, and demonstrated understanding of social media platforms and other relevant digital tools.
• Experience in stakeholder management, community engagement or project management.
• Current NSW Drivers Licence

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Relevant qualifications in stakeholder management, community engagement or project management.
• Experience and understanding of Commonwealth, NSW and Local Government programs, policy and regulatory environments.
• Knowledge and connection to the Central Coast Aboriginal community.

Employees may be required to undertake other duties consistent with their skills, experience, qualifications and training as directed.

Join Us:

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute as part of a team towards system reform and structural change that will make a significant impact on the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families on the Central Coast. If you have a passion for community engagement and have the skills and experience outlined above, we encourage you to apply.