Employer Engagement Specialist Atsi

• Full-time maximum term position based at our Blacktown location
• Provide access to employers and job vacancies for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander job seekers who will be addressing/overcoming barriers to employment
• Annual salary is $85,642 + 11% super
• Other benefits include:

• Regular performance feedback and performance review process
• Supportive environment and caring work culture with work/life balance
• Cultural Diversity
• Salary packaging (Full FBT employer) including: superannuation, Novated Leases, laptops, mobile phones, professional development, subscriptions and memberships, and briefcases
• Flare Employee Discounts Program
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading

About the position
We are seeking applications for Employer Engagement Specialist from candidates who identify as being from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent pursuant to the exemption under section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (ADA) granted by Anti-Discrimination NSW to AMES Australia.
If successful in your application as Employer Engagement Specialist, you will provide access to employers and job vacancies for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander job seekers who will be addressing/overcoming barriers to employment to ensure they gain suitable and sustainable employment opportunity within an appropriate time frame. This position is responsible for the development of relationships with local employers to assist with the timely placement and ongoing support for AMES Australia clients.
To apply for this position, please address the following key selection criteria:

• A working knowledge and understanding of employment support services, specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cohorts and the challenges they face
• Demonstrated knowledge of labour market trends
• Demonstrated record of success in placement of job seekers into employment or experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive job seeker assessment, identifying barriers to employment and preparing individual career or job plans
• Proven ability to motivate clients, and advocate and negotiate on their behalf
• Proven experience successfully working in and leading a small cohesive team to achieve team targets/results
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to build and maintain rapport with stakeholders across different areas of responsibility
• Demonstrated personal integrity and respect for confidential information
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, self-organised and methodical, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• High level of initiative and ability to work independently
• Flexibility and ability to adapt in a dynamic environment

To apply for this position please submit:

• Your current resume
• Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above

Applications for this position will be accepted up to 5 pm on Friday, 26 January 2024, however interviews and other selection processes will commence as suitable applications are received.
About us
AMES Australia is a statutory authority which specialises in the delivery of education, training, employment, settlement and community services to a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) client base.
AMES Australia is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
AMES Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory police check and provision of a current Working with Children Check (where required for position).
AMES Australia's Values are: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, Human Rights