CDP Employment Consultant

ABOUT US:

The Ngurratjuta/Pmara Ntjarra Aboriginal Corporation is a progressive Aboriginal Corporation that supports and maintains the development of opportunities and ongoing success of community-controlled enterprises, initiatives, and service delivery. We are driven by our communities to deliver high quality services that meet their needs.

Ngurratjuta/Pmara Ntjarra Aboriginal Corporation, Alice Springs Far West Region provides jobs, participation and Community-Development services in Haasts Bluff, Papunya, Mt Liebig, Kintore, and Nyirripi.

The original purpose of the organisation is to provide financially independent Aboriginal Communities with Inter-Community Corporations and utilise royalty funds to build an active investment base to protect accumulated royalty funds. It provides a growing income base for the Member Communities and stimulated job opportunities and venture activities for members, while actively supporting Community development activities and infrastructure improvements in member Communities.

POSITION OVERVIEW – CDP EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT/ ACTIVITY SUPERVISOR

Ngurratjuta Community Development Programme (CDP), Alice Springs Far West Region provides jobs, participation and Community-Development services in Haasts Bluff, Papunya, Mt Liebig, Kintore, and Nyirripi. The programme supports people to build their skills to get a job or to participate in activities that contribute to the strength and sustainability of communities.

Ngurratjuta is seeking new team members for the following full-time positions: Employment Consultants

ABOUT THE ROLE:

CDP is the part of our business that satisfies our core mission: to enhance the skills and the opportunities available to people on the communities in which we serve.

We are looking for candidates, ideally for a couple who would like to work as a part of the team to enhance the lives of community members. While previous experience would be great, we prioritize a great work ethic and the ability work on and become part of the community.

REPORTS TO: CDP Manager

LOCATION: This role is based in one of our remote communities and will require some amount of travel to/from Alice Springs (Papunya, Mount Liebig, Haasts Bluff, Nyirripi, or Kintore).

WORK HOURS: 37.5 hours per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Strengthen relationships with local business and connection with Community Organisations and Community Members.

• Create employment opportunities for our clients.

• Deliver an individualised service to each participant.

• Work with each participant in a culturally appropriate strengths-based model to supports them to achieve their goals.

• Help to meet the compliance requirements associated with CDP.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

You will have an understanding that the administrative element of the job is crucial, and you'll also have:

Essential Criteria:

• Knowledge and appreciation of the cultural and social needs of First Nations peoples combined with continuing respect and support for First Nations cultural practices in dealing with community members and staff.

• Understanding of the barriers to employment and the effects of unemployment.

• A commitment to First Nations self-determination, community leadership and empowerment.

• Experience working with and alongside First Nations communities creating strong, trusted relationships.

• Experience planning and implementing community engagement strategies.

Additionally, you will have:

• Demonstrated understanding of the case management and/or ECSN.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills-Ability to work, build rapport and maintain effective relationships with clients, peers and relevant agencies from culturally diverse backgrounds.

• Ability to identify aspirations, motivation and increasing employment opportunities for clients.

• Ability to effectively manage time and workloads in line with the business priorities.

• Self-motivation, along with the ability to demonstrate high level of professionalism, compliance and attention to details.

• A good knowledge of Work, Health & Safety policies.

• Preferably, possess a broad knowledge of the Community Development Program.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A competitive salary plus above guaranteed superannuation rate.

• Salary Sacrifice options.

• 5 weeks of Annual leave plus leave loading.

• 3 weeks paid sick/ carer's leave.

• Accommodation and vehicle for community travels.

• RnR in Alice Springs – 1-in-3 weekends, paid travel and accommodation.