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SalaryAboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Identified Position
Permanent Full time
Band 7A
Salary $105.337.02 + Super+RDO + Flexible Working
19 day month with RDO or 9 day fortnight option, your choice!About Us
The City of Whittlesea is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Australia. As a local government organisation, we play a pivotal role in the everyday lives of our community. Our vision is to make Whittlesea 2040: A Place For All by ensuring our residents can enjoy access to local services, facilities and infrastructure.Our staff are passionate, skilled and diverse, providing a great environment to work in and succeed.The Role
Make a difference in our community!The Coordinator Aboriginal Strategy is responsible for leading the development, implemention and advise on strategies relating to Aboriginal affairs, reconciliation and cultural safety.The work will be outcomes focused, aligned with corporate goals and objectives and will include the ongoing development, coordination and implementation of Council’s strategic goals in consultation alongside the Unit Manager Aboriginal Communities, the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams and the community.The Coordinator Aboriginal Strategy is responsible for providing internal cultural support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees, and assisting all other employees to improve their understanding of how to create a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and families.The Coordinator will contribute to the development and implementation of the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). They will also provide internal cultural support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees, support Council to create employment pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and deliver programs to enhance cross-cultural understanding.About you
You are passionate about leading the development and implemention of strategies relating to Aboriginal affairs, reconciliation and cultural safety to support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the City of Whittlesea?If this sounds like you, then you should definitely apply!Want to know more?
For more information about this position please access a copy of the position description via the link below or If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Raelle Farley, Acting Unit Manager, Aboriginal Communities, 0437 860 115To apply for this position, you must address the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description in your cover letter. Please note, that applications that do not address the Selection Criteria may not be considered.Applications close at 11.45pm on Friday 5 April 2024Interviews will take place as suitable candidates are identified. Online interviews will also be considered if applicants aren’t able to attend in person (for example, if on holiday over the Summer period).This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person identified positionPlease note all applicants must apply online, and no late applications will be accepted.We are happy to take applications from international candidates if you have a valid Visa to work in Australia.At the City of Whittlesea, we value diversity and appreciate everyone’s strengths. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects our municipality. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people with a disability and people identifying as LGBTIQ. The City of Whittlesea is also a Child Safe employer.Council is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that encourages employees to participate, without discrimination, in both work-related and other activities conducted within a work context, with the support of workplace adjustments. Where possible, the Council will identify and resolve potential barriers to the recruitment and employment of people with disabilities within the organisation.If you require a workplace adjustment to support you during the interview process, please email with your request outlining your preferred method of contact. Workplace adjustment (also known as “reasonable adjustment”) is defined as: “Whatever is considered necessary and achievable to enable an employee to perform their job role efficiently and to the best of their abilities”. A Workplace adjustment can be requested at any stage in the recruitment process and/or as a part of the employment of an individual.
