Project Officer in Melbourne

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.

Full Time – 76 hours per fortnight
Fixed term – 18 months
$113,330 - $118,507 + 12% super & salary packaging options

In this position, it is a genuine occupational requirement that it be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander individual, as set out in state relevant Equal Opportunity, Anti-Discrimination and Discrimination Acts.

The Project Officer will contribute to the design and development of the cultural responsiveness and trauma informed skills and capabilities of the child and family sector workforce and supports the delivery of training to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisations and non-indigenous services across Australia in metropolitan, rural, and remote settings. This role requires strong organisation, communication, research and project management skills and will work closely with internal stakeholders and external stakeholders to deliver key projects on time, within budget and to a high standard to make a positive impact for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families.

We are looking for someone who:

• Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Has a demonstrated ability to work and liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations and has an awareness of trauma informed approaches.
• Has excellent project management skills including the ability to work collaboratively with project stakeholders, develop and implement work plans and meet deadlines.
• Can think conceptually and analytically including the ability to analyse the underlying causes of social and economic disadvantages.
• Has experience contributing to the design and delivery of training packages.

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.

Desired Skills and Experience:

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