Trainee Aboriginal Community Development Officer

2 days ago

Albury, Australia AlburyCity Full time
Trainee Aboriginal Community Development Officer (Identified Position)

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Job Description

Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria's best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.

Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It's important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone's responsibility.

Directorate
Business, Growth & Community

Classification
Trainee

This is an identified Aboriginal Position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality.

Salary
$803.30 per week + 11.5% employer contribution to superannuation

Reporting To
Aboriginal Community Development Officer

Employment Type
Temporary Full Time - up to 2 years

The Position
The position will work with the Aboriginal Community Development Officer and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community to identify gaps that exist in the community and to deliver support programs to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Albury Local Government Area. This role will assist in coordinating the implementation of AlburyCity's Reconciliation Action Plan and the celebration of significant dates such as NAIDOC and Reconciliation Weeks, as well as attending local network meetings.

Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide assistance in preparing for and celebrating significant Aboriginal dates and events, whilst working in collaboration with local Aboriginal Elders, organisations and community groups.
  • Assist in creating, implementing, and reviewing strategic documents and delivering on key action areas for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.
  • Support the facilitation of the Aboriginal Advisory Committee.
  • Prepare for and participate in internal and external meetings.
  • Assist in undertaking financial activities associated with delivering cultural events and programs including, cost control, budget monitoring, cash handling, reconciliation, and reporting.
  • Provide support in the research of funding opportunities for relevant programs.
  • Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training.
  • Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS.
  • Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day to day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity's Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity's Code of Conduct.
Qualifications
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal
  • Our People
  • Aboriginal Advisory Committee
  • Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group
External
  • Our Community
  • Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Community
  • Community groups and services
  • State and Federal funding bodies
Employment Conditions
  • Based on a 35-hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines.
  • This position may involve work outside normal working hours. Additional hours over the standard 35 hours will attract a time in lieu arrangement or payment of overtime rates, as agreed in advance with your supervisor.
  • This position has been designated as an Indigenous position. AlburyCity considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
  • This position requires enrolment in and completion of a Certificate IV Community Services as part of an AlburyCity traineeship. The study component of the course will be primarily completed outside standard working hours of the position.
  • This position is for a temporary period of up to 2 years.
  • This position is a formal traineeship and is regulated by the Apprenticeship & Traineeship Act 2001. Applicants with equivalent industry qualifications are ineligible to apply.
  • This position requires you to wear a compulsory uniform as per AlburyCity's Our People Dress Code Standards.
  • This position involves working in a predominantly indoor environment and using a computer is considered a core component of the role. There may be occasional visits to other work locations. The position requires an average level of aerobic and physical fitness to undertake occasional physical activities, including manual handling tasks as part of a normal working environment. A medical declaration will be required to be completed prior to commencement.
  • This position is subject to alcohol and other drug testing.
  • This position is located at the AlburyCity Administration Building, 553 Kiewa Street, Albury with occasional visits to external sites/depots as required.
ALBURYCITY TRAINEESHIP CRITERIA
To Be Considered Eligible For This Position
  • An applicant must not have 50% or more of the identified qualification or a similar or a higher industry qualification completed.
  • The recruitment of an AlburyCity Trainee is based on the assumption of no/limited industry skills or knowledge and is not based on age.
Essential Criteria
  • Aboriginality is an essential requirement for this position.
  • Good literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
Desirable Criteria
  • Completion of Year 10 or equivalent.
Specialist Knowledge And Skills
  • Ability to develop:
    • Knowledge and competency in Community Services.
    • An understanding and knowledge of local and broader issues related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
  • Interest in Community Services and working with Community.
About Us
Our Organisation: We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities and the custodians of an environment like no other. We consistently deliver best-in-class leadership, services, facilities and experiences, providing exceptional living for our local community.

Our Values: We are a values driven organisation and these underpin everything we do.
  • Working Together: I respect, listen to and value the contributions of others and celebrate our achievements.
  • Integrity: I am trustworthy, honest, accountable, open and consistent in all that I do.
  • Courage and Passion: I am enthusiastic and have the confidence to speak up for the betterment of AlburyCity.
  • Innovation: I seek to increase my knowledge through new ideas and continuous improvement.
  • Loyalty: I am supportive of others and committed to AlburyCity and the community.
Live Well Work Well: The health and safety of our people is more than a priority, it's a commitment embedded within our values. Unlike priorities which change over time, our values form the basis for all that we do; they define our purpose and what we stand for. We seek to have a positive impact by developing a holistic wellbeing culture that empowers everyone to be their healthiest and happiest version, resulting in a more engaged and productive workforce with lower incidence of illness and injury.

It is, and always will be, our goal to have a workplace free from harm.
Child Safety: AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation and our people support, listen to and empower children and young people. We create safe environments that minimise the risk of harm and we have ZERO tolerance for child abuse, violence and neglect.
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