Aboriginal Project Officer

2 weeks ago

Queanbeyan, Australia Uniting Full time
What you'll be doing in this role


As a member of the Stakeholder Engagement (SE) team, you will work with communities and mainstream services to build awareness and become more inclusive of the needs and aspirations of people with disability.


You will support the Stakeholder Engagement Manager to build connections and capabilities of the organisation to engage and partner with the Aboriginal community, as well as, deliver the outcomes and meet the requirements, contained in the NDIA contractual agreement; support the implementation of the Uniting and LAC Services strategic and operational plans; meet the needs of vulnerable cohorts, build connections in community and engage with key stakeholders.


The SE team delivers initiatives in line with Uniting's culture that promotes person centred operational excellence, reflecting the rights of people with disability to exercise control over all aspects of their lives.

Who we're looking for


We are looking for people who have lived experience, or awareness of the impact of existing or acquired disability upon individuals, families, carers and the community.

Qualifications in allied health, disability services, education, human services, community development or social work, and experience in local government or other customer facing environments that support or provide services to the community will be highly regarded.

We'll create a better future for you


Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we support them to grow and develop to be their best through our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation.

Together, we can build a better future for the people and communities we serve, and for you.

  • Tax free salary packaging entitlements of up to $15,900 per year (prorata)
  • Tax free salary packaged meal & entertainment card of up to $2,650 per year (prorata)
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Paid travel entitlements
  • RDOs (Rostered Day Off)
  • Staff discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers
  • Diversity and Inclusion peer support groups
  • Hands on training, career development and mentoring with a leading provider
  • An accessible employee assistance program to support yours and your families wellbeing
About Uniting Local Area Coordination


The NDIS Partners in the Community Program for Local Area Coordination (LAC) Services works in partnership with the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) to assist people with disability, their families and carers to build capacity in a participant's life and exercise choice and control.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

  • A National Police Check
  • Reference checks
  • Working with Children Check
  • Full COVID19 vaccination (3 doses).
  • Other preemployment screenings
How to Apply


Please read the position description attached below for more information about the role and ensure you address all the selection criteria when applying.


Position Description:
Project Officer - Stakeholder Engagement - Aboriginal Identified

This is an identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. All applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. Aboriginality is a genuine qualification authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination ACT 1977.

More information about Uniting LAC Careers can be found here in our video: Uniting LAC Careers - "We are you"

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