Cultural Connections Lead — Aboriginal Liaison

Careers at Council; Taree; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MidCoast Council is seeking a Community & Cultural Development Officer to build strong connections between Council and the Aboriginal community across the MidCoast region. This identified position is open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants and will support the delivery of Council's Aboriginal Action Plan and cultural connection priorities.

You'll lead engagement programs, collaborate with Elders, Land Councils and partners to drive community outcomes across the MidCoast.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Aboriginal Studies, Community Development, Communications or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal communities and delivering programs that support community capacity-building or cultural connection.
• Strong understanding of culturally respectful engagement and the importance of building trust over time.
• Experience planning and delivering projects, programs, events or community initiatives.
• Ability to research, understand and communicate community needs and priorities.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
• Commitment to customer-focused, inclusive and community-centred service delivery.
• Current Class C Driver Licence and Working with Children Check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain respectful relationships with Aboriginal communities, Elders, service providers, Land Councils and other community partners.
• Deliver Aboriginal community engagement programs, cultural connection activities and events across the MidCoast.
• Support the implementation of Council's Aboriginal Action Plan and related strategies.
• Provide advice to Council teams about Aboriginal community needs, priorities, cultural matters and engagement approaches.
• Research community needs, identify opportunities and contribute to grants, funding applications, business cases and reports.
• Work with internal teams to improve services, facilities, employment strategies and cultural awareness initiatives.
• Support culturally appropriate processes for Welcome to Country, public art, signage, naming conventions and Aboriginal heritage matters.
• Maintain accurate records, monitor outcomes and report on the impact of projects and programs.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Project management

Community engagement

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Aboriginal Studies, Community Development, Communications or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

Job description

MidCoast Council is seeking a Community & Cultural Development Officer to build strong connections between Council and the Aboriginal community across the MidCoast region. This identified position is open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants and will support the delivery of Council's Aboriginal Action Plan and cultural connection priorities.

You'll lead engagement programs, collaborate with Elders, Land Councils and partners to drive community outcomes across the MidCoast.