Indigenous Cultural Engagement Officer (Temporary)

Bundaberg Regional Council; Bundaberg; On-site; AUD 88,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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9-day fortnight

Fitness passport

Wellbeing programs

Professional development

Job summary

Bundaberg Regional Council in Queensland, Australia, seeks a Cultural Development Officer (Temporary) to strengthen relationships with Traditional Owners and First Nations communities across the Bundaberg Region. You will work with Council and community stakeholders to drive cultural inclusion and Indigenous Land Use Agreement commitments.

The role supports activities including NAIDOC Week and Reconciliation, with a focus on culturally responsive practices across Council.

Qualifications

• Strong connections with Traditional Owners and First Nations communities.
• Experience in community facilitation or development in arts or community sectors.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to prepare high-quality correspondence using Word/Excel/Outlook/Teams.
• Licence: C Class Driver with Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen relationships with Council, Traditional Owners and First Nations communities.
• Support cultural inclusion and engagement across Council and with stakeholders.
• Coordinate cultural activities and advise on cultural protocols.
• Contribute to Native Title and Aboriginal Cultural Heritage compliance.
• Support NAIDOC Week and Reconciliation activities.

Job description

Bundaberg Regional Council in Queensland, Australia, seeks a Cultural Development Officer (Temporary) to strengthen relationships with Traditional Owners and First Nations communities across the Bundaberg Region. You will work with Council and community stakeholders to drive cultural inclusion and Indigenous Land Use Agreement commitments.

The role supports activities including NAIDOC Week and Reconciliation, with a focus on culturally responsive practices across Council.