Aboriginal Community Outreach Coordinator

Indigenous Engagement Manager

Aurora Education Foundation is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Indigenous Engagement Manager to lead our engagement activities for our High School Program (HSP) and Redefining Indigenous Definitions of Success in Education (RISE) project.

This role is critical in fostering positive relationships with key stakeholders, including participants, partners, community members, and internal teams. The successful candidate will have a strategic approach to programmatic engagement and stakeholder management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to drive engagement initiatives that align with organisational goals.

• Support the development of a long-term vision for the HSP and RISE project in alignment with external factors and internal resources.
• Lead the development of program strategies, objectives, and plans in alignment with organisational goals and priorities as it relates to engagement activities.
• Lead the recruitment process of students into the HSP and RISE project from school MoU sign off to student application approval.
• Plan and execute program participant engagement activities including HSP camps, RISE one day engagements and family days, learning plans and other activities.
• Design and coordinate training on program content, planning, assessment and pedagogy for program staff, Elders, and Mentors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including schools Elders and Suppliers, addressing inquiries, concerns, and feedback promptly and professionally.
• Identify and collaborate with appropriate external facilitators and organisations to deliver engagement activities and lessons.
• Work closely with Elders on curriculum and pedagogy implementation.
• Establish collaborative relationships with students, parents/carers, communities, curriculum experts, and key Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander groups.
• In collaboration with the Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, plan and execute real-time and post-program evaluation processes with program participants, families, Aurora staff, Elders and Mentors, teachers, key stakeholders and independent evaluators.
• Identify key stakeholders relevant to achieving Aurora's mission, objectives, and projects and plan and execute stakeholder engagement initiatives.

• We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your personal information throughout the recruitment process.
• We offer comprehensive development opportunities, including paid training, access to LinkedIn Learning, accredited courses, and an educational allowance.
• We promote cultural, psychological, and child safety and encourage an inclusive and supportive environment.
• We have a hybrid work model – 3 days working from home, 'No Meetings Fridays,' and wellness activations, all designed to enhance your work-life balance and wellbeing.
• We take advantage of extensive leave options (e.g., parental leave, study leave, cultural leave, among others), and salary packaging allowing you to claim up to $18,549 annually in tax savings to enhance your financial and personal well-being.

• You should be passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.
• You should be a leader who prioritises purpose and people and is dedicated to achieving excellence, promoting well-being, and fostering personal and professional growth.
• You should have demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, organisations, histories, and the strengths and issues facing Indigenous people in Australia in meeting their aspirations.
• You should be able to promote cultural, psychological, and child safety and encourage an inclusive and supportive environment.
• You should have strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to collaborate across teams.
• You should have well-developed written communication capabilities.
• You should be able to balance taking direction and exercising initiative.
• You should have a Bachelor's degree in education, project management, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• You should have 5+ years experience in Partnerships, Engagement and Relationship Management.
• You should have experience using Microsoft suite of programs and CRM.