Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 19th Jul 2022
- Melbourne > Parkville
The First Nations Engagement Coordinator will increase and enhance opportunities for Orygen to connect with, and provide appropriate services and programs for First Nations People’s of Australia.
With the support of the Manager, First Nations Team, the Engagement Coordinator will lead on coordinating and implementing Orygen’s Statement of Commitment and Cultural Strengthening Plan and support initiatives to build Orygen’s capacity to provide a culturally safe environment.
Reporting to the First Nations Manager, the Engagement Coordinator will:
You are passionate, energetic and determined to make a difference to health and wellbeing outcomes for young people. The following criteria must be met for consideration for this position:
This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified Position, classified under 'special measures' of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
Imagine a future with unlimited potential. A future where every young person enjoys optimal mental health as they grow into adulthood.
At Orygen, this is our life’s work, because we passionately believe it’s what all young people deserve.
Every step of the way, young people and families are at the heart of everything we do. Always. Through world-leading research that creates change. Through pioneering reform that delivers real-world practical solutions.
At Orygen, that’s the future we’re creating right now. To do it, we have revolution in mind.
If you’re keen to join Orygen and be part of our team challenging the status quo and reshaping the future for young people, apply now.
For more information and to review the position description, please see the attachment below.
This is a full time contract until December 2023.
Applications will remain open until closing date, unless a suitable candidate is found sooner.
Orygen is dedicated to gender equality, diversity and inclusivity. We strive to continue to build a culturally safe workplace where our values underpin the way we work and our commitment to First Nations people of Australia, young people and their families, LGBTIQA+ people and CALD people. We strongly encourage applications from the First Nations people.