Indigenous Community Partnerships Officer

The Queensland Government; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vincent State School in Townsville, North Queensland, invites applications for a School Community Partnership Officer (Identified). You will drive partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, support community-led decision making and strengthen ties between schools, families and local organisations to boost student outcomes.

The role involves classroom time, running clubs, and providing a First Nations perspective to planning and events, contributing to inclusive school

Qualifications

• Experience building partnerships with local communities.
• Ability to engage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities respectfully.
• Strong collaboration with families, schools and local organisations.

Responsibilities

• Work with school communities to plan and review initiatives strengthening Indigenous involvement in education.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement and co-design with community groups and government bodies.
• Provide guidance on meaningful participation for families and students in school decisions.
• Advise on community matters and inclusive consultation strategies for school planning.
• Collaborate with agencies to connect families with support services and opportunities.

Job description

Vincent State School in Townsville, North Queensland, invites applications for a School Community Partnership Officer (Identified). You will drive partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, support community-led decision making and strengthen ties between schools, families and local organisations to boost student outcomes.

The role involves classroom time, running clubs, and providing a First Nations perspective to planning and events, contributing to inclusive school