About the role:

The Relief Community Development Coordinator provides in community support of regionally managed Community Development, Technical & Infrastructure, Corporate and Governance Services, including the community Local Authority, and facilitates active links and partnerships with community members and other organisations to support community development.

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:

• Tertiary qualifications or substantial experience in community development and supporting effective local service delivery.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including high-level written and oral communication as well as facilitation, mediation, negotiation, and managerial skills with an ability to relate appropriately to staff at all levels.
• Sound management skills with demonstrated ability to effectively mentor, develop, support and motivate staff.
• Sound office administration skills to a high standard, including the use of Microsoft Office software (particularly Word, Excel and Outlook) and an ability to learn new software.
• Demonstrated experience in maintaining a safe working environment and to ensure that all Workplace, Health and Safety regulations are adhered to.

It would be desirable if you also possessed:

• Previous experience working or living within an Indigenous setting and ability to demonstrate a high level of cross cultural awareness in the workplace.
• Trade or tertiary qualifications or substantive industry experience in a related discipline to Municipal Services (i.e. Environmental Management, Horticulture, Plant Operation).
• Awareness of issues affecting Indigenous people to ensure effective participation in a cross-cultural environment.

NOTE: The preferred applicant must have a current Manual C Class Drivers License.

In accordance with the NT Chief Health Officer’s Direction No. 55, COVID–19 vaccination is a mandatory requirement for all EARC employees from 13th November 2021.

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a Criminal History Check and obtain a Working with Children Clearance. Criminal history will not exclude an applicant unless it is relevant to the position.

What you'll get in return:

A Casual Fixed Term (until 30th June 2022) position receiving pay at the rate of $63.93 gross per hour.

Housing and relocation assistance is not provided with this role. Access to own housing in Nhulunbuy or it's surrounds is a must for successful candidate.

A full Position Description can be obtained by visiting the EARC website at www.eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/positions-vacant.

For further information please contact our HR team on email [email protected], using the subject line: Relief Community Development Coordinator - Nhulunbuy enquiry via EthicalJobs.