Cultural Project Officer

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress Aboriginal Corporation; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 94,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks annual leave

15 days professional development perปี

15 days paid personal leave per year

Flexible work policy (remote work,hybr

Salary packaging

Job summary

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress Aboriginal Corporation invites applications for a Cultural Project Officer in Alice Springs, NT. You will lead coordination and implementation of the Cultural Safety and Responsiveness Framework across Congress divisions to strengthen cultural safety, Aboriginal workforce development, engagement and organisational capability.

Working closely with Human Resources, Safety, Risk and Compliance, Training, Communications and community stakeholders, you will

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Central Australian Aboriginal cultures and kinship systems.
• Experience in cultural safety, workforce development, or community engagement.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination and implementation of Congress’ Cultural Safety and Responsiveness Framework across divisions.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Safety, Risk and Compliance, Training and Development, Communications and community stakeholders to support Aboriginal self-determination.

Skills

Cultural Knowledge

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Coordination

Communication Skills

Job description

Admin & HR - Alice Springs, NT

Join a progressive organisation delivering community-led

programs with the Northern Territory's largest

Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.

Full Time Permanent Contract

$94,282.50 to $109,941.00 per annum

Total effective package* $116,446.00 - $134,300.00

Aboriginal Identified Position

The advertised position is for people who are of Aboriginal descent; identifies as an Aboriginal person and is accepted as an Aboriginal person by the Aboriginal Community.

Grow your career using diverse and challenging skills

About the role

The Cultural Project Officer leads the coordination and implementation of Congress’ Cultural Safety and Responsiveness Framework and associated initiatives.
This position works collaboratively across all Congress divisions to strengthen cultural safety, Aboriginal workforce development, engagement, and organisational capability. The position partners closely with Human Resources, Safety, Risk and Compliance, Training and Development, Communications, Managers, Aboriginal Staff, and community stakeholders to support Congress' commitment to Aboriginal community control and self-determination.

What we are looking for?
A person with:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Central Australian Aboriginal cultures, kinship systems, cultural protocols, and community-controlled organisations.
• Demonstrated experience in cultural safety, workforce development, community engagement, project coordination, training, or organisational development.
• Strong communication, facilitation, consultation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and projects.
• Current Driver's Licence and willingness to travel to remote communities.

What we offer:

• Congress offers rewarding career options and a wide range of employee benefits including:
• Work that is community-led, impact-focused and a part of the bigger picture.
• Opportunities to grow, including 15 days of professional development per year, with pathways including master's programs and study placements.
• 6 weeks annual leave & 15 days paid personal leave per year.
• A flexible work policy including flexible start and finish times, compressed work weeks, part-time and casual roles, job sharing, remote work, hybrid work models and the possibility to purchase additional paid leave.
• Salary packaging for full-time, part-time and casual employees.

*Total effective package includes; base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading and salary packaging options.

For further information about the role please contact Justine Swan-Castine - Senior Manager People & Workplace Culture, on 0427 827 037 or

[e-mail].