Indigenous Sports Program Coordinator

Are you looking to join a diverse team making a positive difference?Located on the Tiwi Islands - Northern TerritoryAbout CatholicCare NT and the ProgramCatholicCare 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.CatholicCare NT’s Indigenous Sports Program delivers sport and recreation programs for school aged children on the Tiwi Islands, at Wurrimiyanga, Milikapiti and Pirlingimpi.The program aims to deliver sport and recreation activities that the children and general community are interested in, with the aim of providing enjoyment, improving health and wellbeing, diverting children from the criminal justice system and building community cohesion.About the roleThe Coordinator is responsible for leading the delivery of the project, including working with local community members and other services to plan and deliver suitable activities to meet the program objectives. This position is a local role, therefore FIFO will not be an option.What we are looking for

• Relevant qualifications in Sports and Recreation with substantial experience in a similar role.
• Proven ability to lead, manage and develop indigenous staff.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with stakeholders including participants, community members, government and community-based agencies and CCNT staff.
• Demonstrated cultural competency, particularly in working with Indigenous people in a remote Aboriginal community.
• Hold or be willing to obtain, a current First Aid and CPR certificate.

CatholicCare NT Employee Benefits

• Above Award Salary
• Subsidised Single Person Accommodation
• 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 ApplyFor a full role description including key selection criteria, please visit our careers website.Applications Close: 9am Thursday 09 May 2024Interviews on: Tuesday 14 May from 9am to 2pmApplications 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.TIWI ISLANDComprising Bathurst and Melville Islands, with a population of around 2500, the Tiwi Islands are only 80km north of Darwin. The islands are home to the Tiwi people, who have a strong affiliation with their land and a distinctive culture and language. There are school and medical facilities on the islands and regular plane, passenger ferry and barge services operating from Darwin.The Tiwi Islands are known as 'the islands of smiles'. The Tiwi people are internationally renowned for their individual style of art including carvings and bright textile designs. Prized by collectors, many Tiwi artists have exhibited around the world.Safeguarding Children & Young PeopleCatholicCare 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.