• Be part of an exciting initiative and a brand-new full-time role - fixed term – 14 months (with the possibility of extension subject to further funding being secured).
• Work within a new team formed to support a consortium of Aboriginal Community Control Organisations (ACCOs) to design a self-determined, ground up and holistic justice approach that respond to community’s needs and aspirations in the West of Melbourne.
• Receive a generous SCHCADS Award salary Level 5, Pay Point 1 ($97,377.28pa)

About the role

The Community Engagement Officer (CE Officer) will be a Djirra employee supporting the Manager and a Governance Group (GG) composed of Aboriginal Community Control Organisations (ACCOs) to implement the new Western Melbourne Justice Reinvestment project. The role will design, lead and facilitate participatory community engagement activities to ensure the project is informed by community voices and priorities. You will be based out of Djirra’s office in the West and work from other offices as needed.

• Develop and implement tailored community engagement strategies with diverse groups in the community to ensure representation of community voices and increase community understanding and buy-in for JR.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of community capacity building initiatives.
• Contribute to the design of partnership principles and protocols to guide community engagement in the West.
• Design, plan and organise the logistics/event management & delivery of community workshops and festivals.
• Facilitate the development of communication products and resources for the community.
• Support the roles of casual Aboriginal Community Facilitators and support capacity building/mentoring activities.

Requirements (Please refer to the full position description for this role located on Djirra website 'Join our Team' page)

Demonstrated relevant experience in similar role.Demonstrated experience working in culturally safe ways with Aboriginal communities and organisations.Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating tailored participatory processes with diverse community groupsA Victorian Employees Working with Children's Check card or willing to obtain oneWilling to obtain a Police Check at Djirra's expense

If you are interested in the role but feel you may not meet the full range of selection criteria, we encourage you to contact us to discuss your experience and application for this position. Please do not hesitate to contact Kathryn Robb, Manager of Program Development and Effectiveness at [email protected] using the subject line: Community Engagement Officer - Justice Reinvestment enquiry via EthicalJobs if you want to discuss this role or for further information.

To apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions which will be sent via email once you have submitted your application. Please note screening questions are a requirement of your application.

During the application process you may see an option to upload a video. Please note this is not a requirement of the application process.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Attractive salary packaging options (including meals and entertainment)
• Generous leave provisions apply and annual leave loading
• Employee Assistance Program with supportive, confidential counselling for personal and work concern
• Collaborative and inclusive team
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff