Training And Development Facilitator

SNAICC strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply  

About the role 

The Training and Development Facilitator position supports SNAICC’s Programs unit to provide culturally safe, trauma informed and secure services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisations and non-Indigenous services across Australia.  

The Training and Development Facilitator will play a lead role in the development and delivery of SNAICC training suites. 

The location for this position is Melbourne (preferred). Remote applications in Australia will be considered.

We are looking for someone who: 

• Broad knowledge and understanding of human rights and issues impacting upon Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families and commitment to the rights, needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. 
• Training experience and ability to lead the design, development and delivery of trauma informed training programs and resources with both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, and mainstream organisations.  
• Demonstrated ability to design, deliver, manage, and evaluate projects across the entire project cycle.  
• A demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and people. 
• Capacity to contribute to the development of best practice across child and family services, and ACCO sector Training and support training, with an understanding of working with complex families to ensure safety, development and wellbeing for children, young people, and their families. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated capacity to produce high-quality documents, evidence-based reports, submissions, and briefings 

About SNAICC 

Established in 1981, SNAICC – National Voice for our Children is the national non-government peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. SNAICC’s vision is that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families are protected, our communities determine their own futures, and our cultural identity is valued. We work to amplify the voice of community and the sector for the fulfilment of the rights of our children. 

SNAICC plays a key role in the following areas: 

• Research and policy development, with high-level leadership, policy and sector representation 
• Training and resource design, development and delivery including topics such as early childhood development, partnerships, family support, trauma, and cultural competency. 
• Support for sector development, membership, and networking. 

About the Unit:   

SNAICC Programs Unit aims to build the capacity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisations and mainstream non-government organisations to ensure that children have access to high-quality, sustainable, culturally safe, and secure services in the early childhood education and care sector. The primary focus is to support the growth and Development of the community-controlled early childhood education and care sectors across the country. The Programs Unit works to establish partnerships, provide guidance and facilitate collaboration between community-controlled organisations and mainstream non-government organisations, promoting cultural safety and inclusivity in service provision. The Programs Unit strives to enhance the accessibility, quality and sustainability of services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, ensuring their holistic development and wellbeing. 

Why join SNAICC? 

• Inclusive positive team culture 
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. 
• Attractive salary  
• Salary Packaging ($15,900 tax free salary component and an additional component of up to $2,650 tax-free to be spent on meals entertainment / accommodation & venue hire – subject to Government regulations) 
• Leave loading 
• Cultural leave provisions 
• Flexible work arrangements 

Further information and closing date:  

Applications will be accepted until midnight Sunday 14 July 2024.     

Applications must include: 

• a brief cover letter outlining why you are applying for the position 
• written responses to how you meet each of the key selection criteria, including short examples demonstrating your proficiency for each criterion 
• a resume with your skills, experience, and qualifications, relevant to the Training and Development Facilitator role 

Please note that shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  

The successful applicant will be required to have or obtain a current Working with Children Check and a National Police Check. 

Please email applications to ***********@snaicc.org.au 

For general information about SNAICC, visit the SNAICC website. 
 
Initial inquiries and specific questions about the role via ***********@snaicc.org.au using the subject line ‘Training and Development Facilitator'

SNAICC reserves the right to commence recruitment proceedings immediately.  

SNAICC is committed to everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our Child safe practices and policies. 

SNAICC does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies at this time. Please be advised that SNAICC is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes submitted outside of its recruitment process.