About UsKempsey Shire Council is located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and is known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.The OpportunityWe are seeking a passionate and driven individual with extensive experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to join us on a 24 month fixed term contract (working 14 hours/week) as our internal Reconciliation Action Plan Engagement Officer! This role will be responsible for working closely with Aboriginal stakeholders, community groups and organisations within the broader Kempsey Local Government Area, and will require a significant capacity to engage effectively with the community.To be successful in this role, you should possess tertiary qualifications in Community Development, Public Relations, Social Science or other relevant field; current National Police clearance and Working with Children Check (or be willing to obtain prior to commencement); experience in working with Aboriginal communities in a culturally competent manner; and proven experience in developing and implementing community engagement plans and processes,On offerIn return, you will be rewarded by:Opportunities to collaborate and achieveCareer development19-day monthA fantastic lifestyle and work life balanceWeekly salary of pro rata $1,261 to $1,420 (plus 9.5% superannuation)Key accountabilitiesConduct research to model RAP development on existing Reconciliation Australia frameworkWork collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to design, develop and implement the Kempsey Shire Council Reconciliation Action PlanWork as part of the Community Partnerships team to design and deliver community engagement practices relevant to the Reconciliation Action PlanRepresent Council on community-based networks and interagency meetingsFor further information regarding this role please contact Maya Spannari on 02 6566 3200How to ApplyTo apply for this position, please complete the application form and provide the following information:A short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role.Your current resume of no more than two pages which details your work experience and any other information that is relevant to this role as well as the contact details for two work related referees.Applications close: Sunday, 5 April 2020 at 4pmYou will receive an e-mail to confirm your application has been received.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact our Organisational Development and Performance team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.We are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse workforce.Position Description
AUD
Kempsey
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