Coordinator - Youth, Families & Community Safety Division

16 hours ago


Alice Springs NT, Australia TANGENTYERE COUNCIL Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Tangentyere Council is a community controlled Public Benevolent Institution delivering human services and social enterprise activities for the benefit of Aboriginal people from the Town Camps and Central Australia.

First incorporated in 1979, the organisation was a finalist in the 2016 Reconciliation Australia, Indigenous Governance Awards and is one of the 10 largest Aboriginal Corporations in Australia.

At Tangentyere, our jobs are varied and range from administrative to professional fields.

We have a strong commitment to the employment of local Aboriginal staff, valuing this as a core feature of any culturally competent service, as well as the capacity development of Aboriginal people. The majority of our workforce is Aboriginal. Inherent within TCAC employment of local Aboriginal people is the concept of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

With a dedicated and friendly workforce, generous entitlements, and challenging and rewarding roles, Tangentyere Council offers an ideal workplace for people interested in working in Aboriginal Community Services.

Tangentyere Council is committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at Tangentyere Council is responsible for the care and protection of children and reporting information about child abuse.

Our recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be aware that we carry out working with children, police checks and reference checks for all candidates to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.

Employee Benefits

Tangentyere is pleased to offer attractive employee benefits, including:

  • Generous leave entitles including 6 weeks annual leave, with 17.5% leave loading, and Healthy Lifestyle Leave
  • Attractive remote area Salary Sacrifice arrangements available to permanent part time and full time staff
  • Long Service Leave available, pro rata after 7 years continuous service.
  • Additional allowances include bilingual, first aid, travel
  • Guaranteed remuneration whilst on Jury Service

Contact Human Resources

4 Elder Street,

Alice Springs NT 0870

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Option 7

Coordinator - Youth, Families & Community Safety Division

Level: 7.1

Salary: $117,852 per annum/pro rata

Status: Permanent Full Time

Tangentyere Council deliver a range of Youth, Families & Community Safety (YFCS) services across Town Camps and Alice Springs, supporting children, young people, families, and communities through the delivery of daytime and after-hours services focussed on recreation, diversion, out of home care, community safety and family support programs.

The Coordinator is responsible for direct staff management and operational oversight of services within their designated portfolio, working with guidance from the Assistant Manager. The coordinator will collaborate with other Coordinators to maintain integrated, high-quality service delivery across the YFCS division and are committed to increasing access children, young people, and communities across Alice Springs, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.

Key responsibilities include oversight of operations of services, supervision of staff with varying experience levels, supporting professional development and capacity building of staff, managing performance, and overseeing program planning and delivery inclusive of procurement and fiscal management. The role requires strong verbal and written communication skills with experience writing reports and high-level briefings, leadership experience in service delivery, and demonstrated capability in cross-cultural engagement, particularly in developing and implementing youth or social programs alongside Aboriginal communities. The Coordinator will have a demonstrated understanding of therapeutic approaches to service delivery and demonstrated experience in managing and deescalating crisis and conflict.

The position requires strategic knowledge of the youth, community and community safety services in Central Australia, along with high-level skills in leadership, assessment, program design, and culturally safe, trauma-informed practice. Coordinators work collaboratively within a team, contributing across service areas and taking responsibility for assigned portfolios such as Community Safety, Youth Services, or specialist programs based on program needs and individual strengths.

Out-of-hours work is required, including two weekday evenings until 9:00pm and participation in a 7-day on-call roster.

Closing date: 29/10/2025

Suitable applicants may be appointed prior to the closing date.

See for more information on how to apply.

How to Apply

To apply for a position at Tangentyere Council Aboriginal Corporation you must submit all of the following:

  • A Resume/CV (curriculum vitae) including three referees, of whom at least two are aware of your current or recent work history.
  • A cover letter.
  • An application which addresses the Selection Criteria for the position.
  • A current NT Working with Children's Card (Ochre Card)
  • A satisfactory Police Check (completed within the last 6 months)
  • A copy of your Driver's Licence.
  • Proof of full (3 total - 2x initial, 1 booster) vaccinations against COVID19.
  • Any other qualifications outlined as required in the Selection Criteria.

Applicants must be Australian residents or must attach evidence of current work Visa.

All documents must be submitted for your application to be considered.

Your application must be received by the nominated closing time for that position.

Once your application has been received, you will be advised as to whether you have been shortlisted for an interview. Successful applicants at Tangentyere are selected according to a carefully managed Selection Process.

Email or mail your completed application to:

Email Us

HR Manager (Confidential) Tangentyere Council

PO Box 8070

Alice Springs, NT 0870



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