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About CatholicCare NT and the Program
CatholicCare NT is a Catholic social service agency established in the Diocese of Darwin. We provide services throughout the NT, including service centres in Darwin, Palmerston, Malak, Tiwi Islands, Daly River, Wadeye, Jabiru, Maningrida, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Santa Teresa, Titjikala, Finke and APY lands.
“Gambling and My Community” is a pilot project created to raise awareness and reduce the incidence and severity of gambling harm experienced by Territorians living across urban, regional and remote settings. It is a primary prevention project underpinned by community development, harm minimisation and public health frameworks. The project is multi-pronged with four streams of focus: community education, community development, organizational and workforce development, and evaluation.
The project extends over three years to enable service development, community engagement, workforce development, communications development, launch and initial evaluation. Each year will build upon the former, laying the foundations for longer-term and sustainable NT service. The project will focus on Darwin, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Tiwi and Wadeye.
About the role
The Project Coordinator is responsible for leading the project, developing and implementing strategies to achieve its objectives. The primary focus is on stakeholder engagement, effective project plan implementation, and the development of an evaluation framework. This role is being offered at a SCHADS Award Grade 6 - $119,238 TRP (including salary $106,135) up to SCHADS Award Grade 7 - $128,962.15 TRP (including salary (114,790) based on skills and experience.
What we are looking for
- Relevant qualifications in Public Health, Social Work, Community Development or related field with substantial experience in a similar role.
- Significant experience in project management, program development and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience of evaluation methodologies.
- Strong relationship management skills with the ability to build relationships with a diverse range of key partners, stakeholders, community groups and organisations, particularly with Aboriginal people and communities, and working in partnership with them to achieve community goals.
- Knowledge and expertise in designing and implementing workforce development initiatives within the social and community sector, especially for Indigenous communities. (Desirable)
- Knowledge of gambling-related issues and the social and psychological factors that contribute to gambling harm.(Desirable)
CatholicCare NT Employee Benefits
- Six Weeks Annual Leave
- Salary packaging option (up to an additional $15,900 p/a)
- Staff rewards program with savings and discounts at over 450 well known retailers
- Access to Wellbeing Centre providing support to a healthier and happier life
- Relocation assistance offered
How to Apply
For a full role description including key selection criteria, please visit our careers website. www.catholiccarentcareers.org.au
Applications Close: 9am Thursday 18 April 2024
Interviews on: Tuesday 23 April 2024 from 1pm to 4pm
Applications for this position may be closed earlier than anticipated or extended at the discretion of the hiring manager.
Applications only progress if made directly through our CatholicCare NT website. Expressions of interest from third party job boards will not be considered.
DARWIN
The Northern Territory is one of the most culturally diverse places in the world.
Darwin is a vibrant coastal town with an easy commute, lively and diverse culture and situated right next door to world heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Full of contrasting landscapes and diverse habitats, the rugged cliffs of Arnhem Land escarpment hide deep sandstone gorges and pockets of monsoon rainforests, with innumerate waterfalls cascading into pools lined with pandanus and gum trees.
In this role you will have the privilege of working closely with multicultural families and communities It will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in an amazing part of the world. This is an extraordinary opportunity to learn about yourself, other cultures and grow professionally at the same time as making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Safeguarding Children & Young People
CatholicCare NT is committed to maintaining zero tolerance of child abuse and neglect, and the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people who access our activities, programs, services and facilities.
Employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory National police check and Working with Children (Ochre) Card.
If you have resided in an overseas country for 12 months or more in the past 10 years, this position requires you to complete an International Criminal History check (ICHC) prior to you employment commencement date. The outcome of the initial screening check must be satisfactory.
