Youth Cultural Heritage Lead — On-Country Programs

Wuthathi Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 94,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Wuthathi Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC in Cairns region seeks a Youth Engagement & Cultural Heritage Coordinator to lead the Junior Custodian Program and broader cultural heritage initiatives. You will work with Elders, families and schools to develop culturally appropriate learning experiences that strengthen youth connection to Country.

The role involves coordinating camps, workshops and community events, managing budgets and partnerships while upholding cultural protocols and child safety

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in youth work, education or community development within Indigenous communities.
• Strong program coordination experience including planning, delivering and evaluating initiatives.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with deadlines and logistics.
• Commitment to child safety and workplace health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Wuthathi Junior Custodian Program and develop learning resources and plans.
• Coordinate on-Country camps, workshops, activities and events with travel and safety oversight.
• Develop the Wuthathi Seasonal Calendar and transfer cultural knowledge across generations.
• Support the re-establishment of the Wuthathi Women's Committee and cultural leadership.
• Build partnerships with Elders, families, schools and providers to support youth development.

Skills

Youth development

Program coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication

Safety & compliance

Job description

Wuthathi Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC in Cairns region seeks a Youth Engagement & Cultural Heritage Coordinator to lead the Junior Custodian Program and broader cultural heritage initiatives. You will work with Elders, families and schools to develop culturally appropriate learning experiences that strengthen youth connection to Country.

The role involves coordinating camps, workshops and community events, managing budgets and partnerships while upholding cultural protocols and child safety