• This is an Indigenous identified position and only available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This position represents a special measure in accordance with s8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and s12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

THE OPPORTUNITY

• Salary: $70,973 - $76,352 per annum pro rata + 11% super + annual leave loading (dependant on qualifications and experience).
• Time Fraction: Full Time, 1.0 EFT.
• Location: Chadstone, Bourke, Moorabbin & Glen Waverley campus
• WWCC: Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining and maintaining an ‘employee’ Working with Children Check.
• Police Check: Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining a Police Check
• Position Status: Ongoing contract of employment, with a 6-month qualifying period.

Join our team at Holmesglen Institute as a Koorie Liaison Officer for our Koorie Unit!

We're seeking a passionate individual to establish and nurture positive relationships between the Institute and First Nations students, local communities, service providers, and industry partners. You'll be instrumental in developing and implementing programs that foster First Nations engagement in alignment with our Learner Engagement and Partnership Strategic Plan.

Your role will involve researching, developing, and implementing activities in line with the Marrung Education Plan and Wurreker Strategy, ensuring effective monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. As a leader within our Koorie Unit, you'll drive initiatives to enhance First Nations learners' participation in mainstream courses, contributing significantly to our cultural priorities and overall improvements.

This is an Indigenous identified position and only available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This position represents a special measure in accordance with s8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and s12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

If you're passionate about building bridges and creating opportunities for First Nations engagement, apply now!

ABOUT YOU

• Degree qualifications in education support or community services required; relevant work experience may substitute lesser qualifications.
• Demonstrated connection to the Koorie community and broad knowledge of working with Indigenous communities.
• Understanding of case management processes and ethical professional practices in First Nations student support services.
• Familiarity with relevant First Nations community organisations, welfare agencies, and mental health services.
• Knowledge of National Privacy Laws, equal opportunity legislation, and government social policy impacting the First Nations cohort.
• Self-motivated, with demonstrated organisational skills and the ability to work cooperatively within a team or to work without supervision.

ABOUT US

Holmesglen is a leading education provider, valued by local and international learners, industry and the community. We are recognised for innovation in education and training, applied research, creativity and entrepreneurship. Our open, collaborative and quality-driven culture inspires learners and staff to excel.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

Holmesglen is committed to continuing to provide a safe workplace and have put systems and support in place for all our employees to work and deliver safely and flexibly.

Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

We provide our staff with:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing programs
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Onsite parking and close proximity to public transport
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Flexibility to achieve work life balance
• Opportunities for all

We commit to respond to every applicant.

Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.

TO APPLY

For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the position description, please click here.

This is an Indigenous identified position and only available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This position represents a special measure in accordance with s8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and s12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

All applicants must attach a Resume and Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria (located on the last page of the Position Description). Please note, incomplete applications may not be considered.

Like to know more? Please contact Ronald Danes on 9209 5228.

A position description is attached.

For application queries, please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Koorie Liaison Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

If you require specific support to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources Department on 03 9564 1813 and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.