Project Support Officer

Established in 1981, SNAICC – National Voice for our Children is the national non-government peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. SNAICC's vision is that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families are protected, our communities determine their own futures, and our cultural identity is valued. We work to amplify the voice of community and the sector for the fulfilment of the rights of our children.

SNAICC plays a key role in the following areas:

• Research and policy development, with high-level leadership, policy and sector representation

• Training and resource design, development and delivery including topics such as early childhood development, partnerships, family support, trauma, and cultural competency.

• Support for sector development, membership, and networking.

• Part Time – 60.8 hours per fortnight

• Fixed term – 9 Months
• Location – Canberra
• Salary – $83,910 - $87, % super & salary packaging options

SNAICC strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

The Position:

The Project Support Officer – Our Booris Our Way will support the team to provide high quality policy, operational and secretariat functions for the Our Booris Our Way Implementation Oversight Committee. This will include providing high quality operational and administrative support for the team.

As part of the Policy & Research team at SNAICC, the incumbent reports to the Principal Consultant - Our Booris Our way. The incumbent works closely with the Senior Policy Research Officer, Committee members, the wider SNAICC team and key stakeholders to grow the work of the Committee and SNAICC to build a strong jurisdictional and national voice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families.

We are looking for someone who:

• Experience coordinating administrative tasks, including proficiency with a suite of Microsoft Office programs.
• Understanding of issues impacting upon Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families, and commitment to the rights, needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.
• Strong relationship building skills including the ability to work with a range of stakeholders with diverse working styles.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organisational skills including the ability to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines.
• An ability to problem-solve to develop and implement processes and streamlined ways of working.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Excellent workplace skills including the ability to work as part of a team from diverse cultural backgrounds and to seek and offer support as appropriate.

Prior to applying for this role, please review thePosition Description(this can be viewed on our website).

Applications must include:

• A brief cover letter outlining why you are applying for the position
• Written responsesto how you meet each of the key selection criteria, including short examples demonstrating your proficiency for each criteria
• A resumewith your skills, experience, and qualifications, relevant to the role

The successful applicant will be required to have or obtain a current Working with Children Check and a National Police Check.

SNAICC reserves the right to commence recruitment proceedings immediately.

SNAICC is committed to everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our Child safe practices and policies.

SNAICC does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies at this time – thank you. Please be advised that SNAICC is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes submitted outside of its recruitment process.

• Qualifications or extensive experience in relevant fields
• Working with Children Check
• Current police check (no older than three months)
• Current Driver's License