Employment Development Specialist (Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Identified)

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Real Futures is a majority Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander owned company and an industry leader with a great reputation and demonstrated performance across the Employment Services Sector.

As an employer of choice, we pride ourselves on our workplace diversity and our commitment to deliver employment opportunities to all customers we support. If you are a high achiever who is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, then we would love to hear from you.

The Employment Development Specialist develops relationships with Aspirants, employers, RTO and other stakeholders to secure meaningful, long term employment options for Aboriginal people.

The role involves regular liaison with Program Managers and Real Futures staff as well as working effectively with Government, Employers, Aboriginal Services and Providers to ensure a high level of service delivery and contractual compliance. 

A Employment Development Specialists Day can include:  

• Business Development, Job Placement & Retention 
• Engage in business development to increase opportunities for Real Futures and to promote economic development in the Region 
• Build and maintain effective relationships with new and existing employers, community, stakeholders and aspirants 
• Negotiate and secure guaranteed employment positions for Aspirants from a range of employers 
• Identifying job roles and requirements for guaranteed employment positions 
• Compile and forward information for Eligibility checks prior to placing aspirant into employment 
• Assist and prepare aspirant with non-vocational support and skills to commence and maintain suitable employment 
• Provide mentoring and support to employers and aspirants
• Promote gender equity in workplaces and training facilities 
• Facilitate site visits of aspirants commencing employment 
• Prepare Good News Stories for Management, reporting and promotional purposes

Please note this is a Max Term Contract

To be considered for this position you will: 

• Be able to manage yourself, your workload and work collaboratively with the wider Programs to ensure successful outcomes for participants
• Have the ability to relate to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People, build rapport and keep them engaged in the service
• Demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills
• Demonstrate a high level of digital literacy
• Have experience or the ability to deliver group workshops as well as providing one on one support
• Have strong relationship management skills with the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships with employers, service providers and participants
• Previous experience in Employment Services or Sales will be highly regarded

Applicants for this position must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, identify as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and be accepted in the community as such. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Being a part of the Angus Knight team, you will be provided with a wide range of benefits including: 

• Personal and professional development opportunities 
• Rewarding and supportive culture 
• Birthday leave and diversity leave 
• Frequent training and support to excel in the role  
• Free Employee Assistance Program 
• Access to novated car leasing
• Reward and recognition benefits program 

To be considered you will have... 

• Eligibility to work in Australia 
• A current driver’s licence, a comprehensively insured vehicle, and a good driving history
• Willing to complete a Criminal History Check 
• Able to pass a Working with Children Check 
• Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol Test
• Ability to travel overnight within NSW
• Ability to work Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 5:00pm

About Angus Knight Group:

At Angus Knight Group (AKG) we are empowered by our diversity. AKG are committed to providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. AKG encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures including Australian Defence Force Veterans and their Families, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People, the LGBTQI+ community and people with a disability.

If this role speaks to you and you want to be a part of a high performing and collaborative team, please email your resume to recruitment@angusknight.com.au or use the Apply Now button below.

Confidential enquiries can be made to Ben Falcone-Mayo, Talent Acquisition Manager via ben.falcone-mayo@angusknight.com.au.

If you want to join our high performing team, please apply today.