Community Connections Officer

About the position:

Woomera Aboriginal Corporation is looking for a part-time Community Connections Officer to work in partnership with the local Aboriginal community and other relevant stakeholders to enhance access to established supports and services that meet the needs of individuals and the community.

The Community Connections Officer is required to establish and maintain a network of mutually beneficial relationships, with the aim of maximising opportunities for linkages and referrals, to improve service outcomes for Aboriginal people in the Albury area.

The Community Connections Officer will identify service, social participation and community engagement barriers and assist in developing solutions to those barriers e.g., organising community events. The CCO will provide information and advice, and advocate for solutions to meet the needs of our Aboriginal community.

This is an identified position and Proof of Aboriginality is a legitimate requirement. Exemption is claimed under Section 14d of the Anti-discrimination Act.

About Woomera:

Woomera Aboriginal Corporation is a not-for-profit community service that is committed to supporting and working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families, and carers. We do this by providing Family Preservation and Out of Home Care services, Housing, Carer support, Community Connections as well as our Preschool, Koori Kindermanna. 

Our mission:

Our mission is to inspire and empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities by fostering their leadership and preserving their cultural identity. We believe that everyone deserves access to housing, education, and early intervention services, especially families and young people. We can create positive change by respecting cultural practices and participating in community activities. The guidance of our elders is invaluable to us, and we honour their wisdom in all our initiatives. 

Our values:

Respect 

Leadership

Accountability

Community involvement 

What we have to offer:

• Generous remuneration 
• A supportive and team environment 
• A culture of respect and recognition 
• Learning and development opportunities
• Salary packaging options
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program

Essential Skills and Knowledge 

• Minimum Cert IV in Community Services or relevant
• A demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people including culture, strengths and any barriers faced in accessing opportunities
• Demonstrated strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of the wider Woomera team, to plan, organise own work in meeting deadlines, and achieve identified objectives and targets
• A current NSW Working with Children’s Check
• A current satisfactory National Police Check
• A current driver’s license

Desirable Skills &Knowledge or Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience working in Community Services 
• Previous experience in organsing events and stakeholder engagement
• Established ties within the Aboriginal community in the Albury region and have knowledge of the local area and local people

How to Apply:

Applications must include a resume and cover letter that addresses the essential skills and knowledge. Two recent work-related referees must be supplied, one of which must be a current supervisor. The successful applicant must hold:

• a current and satisfactory NSW Working with Children’s Check
• Be willing to obtain a National Police Check
• Unrestricted Driver’s License.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact the HR Practitioner on 02 60577***.

Applications are open until position appointed.