At a Glance
- Tasks: Connect with communities and support access to vital services.
- Company: Join a team dedicated to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, travel opportunities, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Travel to regional areas and engage directly with diverse communities.
- Why this job: Be a vital link in your community and help create positive change.
- Qualifications: Cultural awareness and experience in community engagement are key.
The predicted salary is between 69300 - 84700 $ per year.
Local Community Connector | APS4
Role You will
- Work with individuals, service providers and communities to gather information and support access to services.
- Build strong, culturally respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Provide information about government, mainstream and community services and supports.
- Assist with developing community connection plans and undertake regular participant check-ins.
- Monitor supports and ensure appropriate follow-up and administration is completed.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to provide advice and resolve enquiries.
- Apply relevant legislation, policies and procedures in your day-to-day work.
The successful candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain relevant Working with Children/Vulnerable Persons, worker screening, pre-engagement and government security clearances, as required.
About You
- Strong understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
- Demonstrated cultural awareness and respectful community engagement skills.
- Experience in community engagement, service delivery or a similar client-focused role.
- Strong communication, administration and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently, use sound judgement and manage competing priorities.
- Role Requirements
- Travel to regional and remote locations, including overnight stays.
- Visits to community locations and individuals' homes.
- Driving long distances, including on unsealed roads.
- Regular face-to-face and telephone engagement.
- A current driver's licence.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.
In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process.
If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp. com. au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
APS4 Local Community Connector - Carnarvon employer: Government client (agency undisclosed)
As a leading player in the construction industry, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our Project Managers to excel. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive benefits, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values teamwork and individual contributions. Join us to be part of exciting projects that make a real impact in the community while advancing your career in a dynamic setting.
Contact Details:
Government client (agency undisclosed) Recruitment Team
