First Nations Community Engagement Trainee

Uniting; Nambucca Heads; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

Certificate III or IV qualification

Mentoring and training

Salary packaging options

Wellbeing programs

Career development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Uniting invites applications for a First Nations Trainee - Community Engagement Officer, based in Nambucca Heads, NSW. This part-time 3 days/week fixed 12-month contract offers a base rate of $31.35/hour plus 12% super and access to NFP salary packaging options.

The role supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, helping people access services and build strong connections with local services, Elders and organisations.

Qualifications

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity required per policy.
• Current NSW driver’s licence and Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Interest in helping people and gaining a traineeship qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support First Nations individuals, families and communities to access services.
• Strengthen connections between First Nations people, culture and local services.
• Assist with community events, cultural activities and engagement programs.
• Build trusted relationships with community members, Elders and organisations.
• Learn administration, communication and coordination skills.
• Promote participation, inclusion and positive outcomes for First Nations people.

Skills

Identify as Aboriginal/Torres Strait

Driver's license

NSW WWCC

Communication with diverse communities

Relationship building

Willingness to learn

Education

Traineeship qualification focus

Job description

Uniting invites applications for a First Nations Trainee - Community Engagement Officer, based in Nambucca Heads, NSW. This part-time 3 days/week fixed 12-month contract offers a base rate of $31.35/hour plus 12% super and access to NFP salary packaging options.

The role supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, helping people access services and build strong connections with local services, Elders and organisations.