Community Engagement Officer, Aboriginal-Led Commissioning (Identified)

AbSec is seeking an experienced Community Engagement Officer to join the Aboriginal-led Commissioning project.

ABOUT ABSEC

AbSec – NSW Child, Family and Community Peak Aboriginal Corporation, is the peak organisation for Aboriginal children, young people and families in NSW. We provide an Aboriginal perspective on child protection and out-of-home care policy to the NSW Government and support Aboriginal-led organisations deliver effective services for Aboriginal children, young people and families. We are a not-for-profit, incorporated community organisation, governed by an all-Aboriginal board.

THE OPPORTUNITY 

The Community Engagement Officer will provide leadership and support in the design and facilitation of Community Engagement activities relating to Aboriginal-led Commissioning. The role also supports the delivery of other sector and Community Engagement activities to increase the presence and profile of AbSec. The role has the responsibility to report back on all Community Engagement and consultations to inform Aboriginal-led Commissioning, and AbSec’s policy and systemic advocacy responses.

This is an identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Key responsibilities

• Facilitate the development of high-quality communication materials for Aboriginal organisations and communities to support understanding of Aboriginal-led Commissioning and other AbSec policy and advocacy agendas
• Develop and implement community and stakeholder engagement and communication plans that build public understanding and support for the work of AbSec
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of best practice Aboriginal Community Engagement
• Coordinate with other Community Engagement project teams to ensure consistency in approaches to Community Engagement, while also supporting specific Community Engagement activities appropriate to AbSec
• Manage Community Engagement activities
• Represent AbSec in meetings with a range of internal and external stakeholders

Access the Position Description (https://absec.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Community-Engagement-Officer-ALC-PD-March-2024.pdf) to learn more about this role, and the vision and principles of AbSec NSW as an organisation.

Benefits:

• Full-time 35-hour week based in Marrickville
• Salary: SCHADS Level 4 plus superannuation, commensurate with skills and experience (not-for-profit salary packaging available)
• Hybrid work arrangement in a supportive and friendly work environment 

How to apply:

• Address all selection criteria outlined in the position description, demonstrating your skills and experience to secure an interview. 
• Submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and a current resume (not more than 5 pages) by email to: **@absec.org.au
• Note: Applicants that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered for an interview.

Applications for this role will be assessed as they are received due to the need for an immediate start.

Application closes: Friday, 5 April 2024

Enquiries about the position: 

• Contact Shantelle Common, Project Manager, Aboriginal-led Commissioning by email: ***************@absec.org.au