Melbourne, Victoria Employment Office
About the Organisation
The Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO) is the peak body for the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people living in Victoria and is a centre of expertise, policy advice, training, innovation and leadership.

VACCHO is entering a new exciting chapter of its existence, experiencing growth and change in a significant time of self-determination and Community Control. VACCHO advocates for strength-based approaches to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

About the Opportunity
VACCHO is looking for an Executive Director (Population Health & Sector Development) to join their team on a full-time basis, as part of a 3-year contract. This position is based in Collingwood, part of Melbourne's inner northern suburbs.

The Executive Director will form part of the highly motivated Executive Team of VACCHO and head up one of the newly formed units within the organisation redesign. You will be responsible for the implementation and transition to the new structure and play a key role in the change management process underpinning successful change. 

The Population Health and Sector Development unit provides a strategic, coordinated and evidence based approach to member services, workforce support and mainstream responsiveness to improve the Aboriginal community's health and wellbeing outcomes. As the Executive Director for this unit you will drive innovation in the structure and function of the team, as well as providing leadership and advice on high-level strategic issues to the COO, CEO and Board, including acting as a key play in implementing these strategies as aligned with the Strategic Plan.

This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.For more information about the position and the selection criteria, please click 'Apply Now'.

About the Benefits
This is an exciting opportunity to take on a newly created, Executive leadership role within a well-respected centre of expertise, policy advice, training and innovation in Aboriginal health. With an organisational commitment to creating greater efficiencies, integration and responsiveness across core activities, this is the perfect time to join VACCHO and help shape the future of Aboriginal health in Victoria.

The remuneration package for this position is set between $140,000-$150,000 plus super, commensurate with the skills and experience that you are bringing to the role. 

You will also have access to a range of additional benefits including salary packaging (up to $15,999), additional annual leave, and a great work-life balance!

Located on Sackville Street in Collingwood, the VACCHO office is a close walk to Victoria Park station and tram stops as well as the cafes and great coffee spots on Smith Street and Brunswick Street.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity. If you want to be a part of the strategic decision making that will help close the gap in Aboriginal health in Victoria, Apply Now.
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St George Ranges, Western Australia Employment Office
About the Organisation
Yakanarra is a small Aboriginal community, approximately 60 kilometres south-west of Fitzroy Crossing in the Kimberley Region of Western Australia, within the Shire of Derby-West Kimberley. Road access is via the Cherabun Road which intersects the Great Northern Highway 57 km east of Fitzroy Crossing.

School aged children in the Yakanarra community attend the Yakanarra Community School. Established in 1991, the school conducts classes from pre-school to year 10 and caters for approximately 20 primary students and 10 junior secondary students. 

About the Opportunity
Yakanarra Community School has a rewarding opportunity for a full-time School Principal to lead their team in the St Georges Ranges in WA, starting Term 1, 2020.

Reporting to the Board, you will be responsible for overseeing and implementing the unique learning model which includes both an on-country learning program and a regular language lesson proponent run by the Indigenous staff.

Please note: These duties can be split into a Principal and an Administration officer role, if you are looking to apply as a couple. In this case, the Administration Officer would be compensated accordingly, in line with their experience and qualifications.

Yakanarra Community School works closely with the local community to make sure each student is well taken care of in all areas of their lives, not just education.

About the Benefits
Yakanarra Community School is located in a safe and passionate community about seven hours inland from Broome. The school is well-resourced and the building and grounds are very well kept. Yakanarra is a dry community and the community work hard to keep it this way. All non-Indigenous staff are asked to follow this community rule and not bring alcohol into Yakanarra.

For your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive salary circa $115,000 plus super, an annual tax rebate of $1,173. You will also have access to salary sacrificing up to $500 a fortnight, relocation assistance, and subsidised, fully furnished private accommodation at $50/$75 per week. 

You will also be provided with your own fully maintained vehicle, for work and personal use.

If you are an experienced teacher looking to relocate to this supportive, close-knit community – Apply Now!
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Sydney, NEW South Wales Australia Council for the Arts

The Australia Council for the Arts is committed to equity and inclusion, and welcomes applications from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, cultural and regional communities, including people with disability.

Aboriginality/Torres Strait Islander identity is a genuine occupational qualification for this position in accordance with section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

About the role: 

This maternity cover opportunity is ideal for an experienced project manager to undertake a key role within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts team. This position will manage the identification, planning, delivery and evaluation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts projects in the achievement of the Australia Council's strategic and corporate objectives.

 What's in it for you?

• Identified position
• Full-time, 1-year maternity cover opportunity from January 2020
• Work in a positive environment that embraces diversity

What will you be doing?

• Identify project opportunities that align with the Council's Strategic and Corporate plans by engaging with a range of stakeholder in First Nations arts and culture and the broader Australian arts sector.
• Provide reports that evaluate and analyse sector and industry issues and strengthen First Nations arts and culture.
• Engage with state/territory and local funding agencies to gain collaboration on proposed First Nations arts and culture projects.

What will you need to succeed?

• An in-depth knowledge of First Nations arts and culture, with proven ability and understanding of Indigenous protocols to establish credibility with stakeholders
• Highly developed project management skills attained through progressive ownership; with the ability to effectively collaborate with multiple stakeholders, coordinate project teams, manage project risks and communicate issues
• Established professional networks within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts sector and industry, with a proven ability to influence and encourage collaboration in the pursuit of organisational goals
• Highly developed communication and presentation skills, to rapidly build credibility with internal and external stakeholders (logical, sequential and succinct)
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally to meet with key external stakeholders, including remote locations

Please read the position description below for the full job description.

What you can expect:

We offer a range of attractive employment conditions, including salary sacrificing, training and development opportunities and an employee wellbeing program.

The commencing salary for this position is $95,789 per annum + 9.5% superannuation

To apply:

Please apply via the link below and attach your CV, and a cover letter that includes a written response to the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

https://hcm612.peoplestreme.net/AustraliaCouncilForTheArts02a2015/erec_candidate_job.asp?id=9807&src=ext

Applications close 17 November 2019 at 11:59pm AEDT

This is not an Australian Public Service position

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Melbourne, Victoria Employment Office
About the Organization 
Established in 2006, Boorndawan Willam Aboriginal Healing Service (BWAHS) provides a range of services and programs to Aboriginal individuals and families who are experiencing, at risk of experiencing family violence, or use violence. Currently BWAHS is one of 4 Aboriginal specific state funded healing services in Victoria. 

About the Opportunity
BWAHS is currently seeking a dynamic Aboriginal Men's Program Manager to join their team on a full-time basis, located in Lilydale, Melbourne.

Reporting to the CEO, you will be responsible for leading the multi-disciplinary Men's Program team, developing and strengthening case practice, and providing high quality, effective service delivery.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 
* Supporting clinical staff to engage, consult, and co-design solutions with program participants, other practitioners and teams, agencies, services and the community;
* Providing intake and assessment support to your team, and offering expertise in complex case consultations;
* Co-ordinating the planning, review, and management of casework within BWAHS;
* Over-sighting and maintaining budget and expenditure related activity to your staff and programs;
* Identifying and developing new initiatives and continuous improvement activities as part of a continuous improvement process in your work, team and organisational goals; and
* Managing your own caseload as needed.

This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

About the Benefits
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a highly attractive remuneration package circa $95,000 – $103,000, commensurate with your skills and experience, plus super and salary packaging up to $15,999.

BWAHS is also open to offering Relocation Assistance, negotiable for the right candidate, and you will have access to a staff Health and Wellbeing Program.

This is a rare opportunity to work with a passionate, multi-disciplinary organisation and make a genuine difference in the lives of Aboriginal men and the wider community – Apply Now!
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Melbourne, Victoria Orygen
Part-time (0.8 FTE) fixed term position available until 30 June 2020

We are currently seeking expressions of interest from allied health practitioner’s including psychologists, social workers and occupational therapists who have an interest in providing high quality, early intervention intake/assessment services to young people, their families/carers and community professional/agencies.

The Access Team Clinician will have a direct role in the engagement, assessment and coordination of care for young people accessing services at headspace Glenroy, and will assist in the referral of young people to appropriate programs (including research interventions) either within the headspace Glenroy or other community agencies. In addition, the position will participate in community awareness raising activities that promote early help-seeking for mental health and substance use problems in young people.
 
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Bourke, NEW South Wales Employment Office
About the Organisation
Bourke Aboriginal Health Service (BAHS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service that provides primary health care services initiated and operated by the local Aboriginal community to deliver holistic, comprehensive, and culturally appropriate health care to the community. BAHS provides a wide range of clinical services and support programs with a focus on Chronic Disease, Primary Health Care, such as: Social and Emotional Wellbeing, Dental, Mental Health, and Drug and Alcohol related issues.

About the Opportunity
Bourke Aboriginal Health Service now has an exciting leadership opportunity for a full-time Chief Executive Officer to join their team in Bourke, NSW on a 3-year permanent contract. 

Working closely with the Deputy CEO, this role will see you responsible and accountable to the BAHS Board for the leadership. As well as, efficient and effective management of the organisation in accordance with strategic directives, policies and procedures, as well as legislative and funding requirements. You will ensure the effective communication of the organisation's vision and strategies. 

Some key duties will include (but will not be limited to):
* Leading the redesign of the organisation as required to meet changing environments;
* Providing regular updates to the Board regarding the performance of funded activities, community issues and any other matters relevant to BAHS business;
* Ensuring adherence to corporate governance and that operations conform to the relevant statutory requirements and performance agreements with service/funding providers;
* Managing and ensuring the transparency and integrity of financial reporting;
* Overseeing the development and implementation of policies and procedures for human resources, information systems/management and financial management;
* Informing the Board of funding, service reform and regulatory issues and trends which may impact on BAHS goals and operations; and
* Ensuring that there are clear and appropriate practices in performance management of employee and identify training programs that will meet skill development needs.

This is an identified Aboriginal position; exemption is claimed under Section 14 of the Anti Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW)

About the Benefits
In return for your hard and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive base salary circa $160,000 (commensurate with your experience and qualifications) plus super. 

You'll also benefit from a company motor vehicle for personal use and a laptop and mobile phone for work!

Further benefits include:
* Five weeks annual leave;
* Salary sacrifice options;
* Uniforms and uniform laundry allowance;
* Fully furnished 3 bedroom house; and
* Relocation assistance.

Finally, you will have the opportunity to work in a beautiful country location, with a dedicated and passionate team – plus, you'll receive immense job satisfaction, contributing to the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

Take on a new challenge in your executive career, with a progressive Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation – Apply Now!
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Darwin, Northern Territory Employment Office
About Garnduwa
Established in 1992, Garnduwa Amboorny Wirnan offers employees challenging and meaningful work in the delivery of quality Sport and Recreation programs to remote communities in the Kimberley.

Through the vehicle of Sport and Recreation, we empower people by promoting our values of Culture, Community and Leadership to achieve our vision for healthy, active and strong communities across the Kimberley.

About the Opportunity
Due to the continued growth and diversification of their service offering, Garnduwa now has an opportunity for a full-time Youth Hub Coordinator to join their dedicated team in Fitzroy Crossing, WA.

With the support of 2.0FTE Youth Workers, you will be primarily responsible for coordinating, planning and implementing youth activities within the Fitzroy Valley region, collaborating with community providers to establish a well-supported access point for youth wishing to access diversionary and specialist services.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

About the Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-renowned, respected and long-standing organisation, and develop your experience in the area of Indigenous health and wellbeing. Upon joining Garnduwa you'll be welcomed a close-knit and positive team that will provide you with all the support needed to achieve your goals.

In recognition of your commitment and hard work, you will be offered an attractive remuneration package circa $75,000 – $80,000 plus super and a range of benefits including:
* Relocation assistance up to $3,000;
* Personal flight subsidy up to $1500 annually;
* Accommodation support;
* Salary sacrificing;
* Travel Allowance; and
* Professional development opportunities!

In addition, Garnduwa offers ongoing career growth and development opportunities, with a dedication to supporting your career aspirations in line with organisational goals.

Ready to make a real difference in your career? Join this influential organisation working towards improving outcomes for Australia's Aboriginal communities. Apply Now!

Garnduwa is also currently looking for a Central Kimberley Area Manager (Program Manager) to join their team, which presents a great opportunity for a couple to relocate together – click Apply Now to learn more!
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