Program Officer for Indigenous Communities

6 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Oxfam Full time

Oxfam Australia is seeking a Program Officer to join its First Peoples Program Team, providing support across the program including to the Executive Lead and to Program Staff.

About Us

We are a member of Oxfam International, a global confederation working with partners and local communities in 87 countries. Our commitment to the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples has been ongoing for over 50 years.

The Role

This role provides administrative and project support to staff, acts as the central contact and communications point for the Unit, and strengthens stakeholders relationships internal and external.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide high-level administrative and project support to all staff, including coordination and upkeep of communications.
  • Support the delivery of gatherings and events, meetings, logistics, financial and administrative functions, community and participant liaison.
What We Offer

A base salary of $76,548 plus superannuation, superior leave benefits, access to generous non-for-profit salary packaging program (up to $18,450 of your salary tax-free), cultural leave, superannuation matching, and a positive work environment.

Our Values

We value flexibility, empowerment, equality, inclusiveness, and sustainability, and seek to support our people to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.



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