Indigenous Student Engagement Officer

Education

Service Design & Delivery

Engagement & Wellbeing Support Services

Flexible Education

Indigenous Student Engagement Officer

Administrative Services Officer Class 5

Salary Range: $89,114 - $94,120 (PN: 53556)

Flexible Education are looking for an Indigenous Student Engagement Officer to join the team. The successful applicant must have the ability to communicate effectively and sensitively, including the capability to consult with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, families and community members, school staff and other stakeholders.

A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the ACT Education Directorate’s commitment to Cultural Integrity in ACT Public Schools is a must, as well as insight into the issues important to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and the importance of schools meeting the needs and aspirations of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility/Other Requirements: 

Essential

• Current ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Registration
• Currents drivers’ licence
• Access to personal vehicle

Highly Desirable 

• Certificate IV in Youth Work or Community Services
• First Aid Certificate
• Trauma Informed Training

Notes: This is temporary position available immediately for up to 12 months with the possibility of permanency. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. This is an Identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

How to Apply: For further information, please visit www.jobs.act.gov.au  

Contact Officer: Vanessa Sargeant (02) 6142 0*** ***************@ed.act.edu.au 

Applications Close: 28 April 2024