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Wanta Academy Director - Gunbalanya

Wanta Aboriginal Corporation

ABOUT US

Wanta Aboriginal Corporation works with schools in eight remote Northern Territory communities to encourage indigenous children to attend school on a daily basis. Through a variety of measures we provide support for learning and on-going development so that the opportunity for education is maximised and lifetime skills are developed.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Wanta Aboriginal Corporation is seeking an Academy Director to oversee their Girls Wanta Academy program in the Indigenous community of Gunbalanya, Northern Territory.

The role is full-time and is based in Gunbalanya which is located approximately 300km east of Darwin.

THE GUNBALANYA GIRLS ACADEMY DIRECTOR, KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Work with female upper primary and senior level students to encourage strong school attendance through the provision of sport, cultural and recreational activities.
  • Open the Girls academy room based at the school each day, including at recess, lunch time and after school.
  • Organise and facilitate weekly sporting events and training for girls.
  • Organise and facilitate other activities such as Rhythm to Recovery, Learner Driver Training and / or Nutrition programs.
  • Organise and facilitate reward trips to other communities, Katherine and interstate.
  • Facilitate opportunities for students to explore vocational education and training as well as practical experience within various organisations within community.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

  • Experience working with indigenous youths and/or working in remote communities in a sport related environment.
  • Experience managing a small team.
  • Demonstrated ability of program management, delivery, evaluation and reporting
  • Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
  • Resilient outlook and ability to cope with stressful and sometimes confronting situations.
  • A current NT driver’s licence, and a current bus licence or the ability to obtain this.
  • A current OCHRE (working with children check), or the ability to obtain.

DESIRABLE SKILLS:

  • Qualifications at a tertiary level and/or previous experience in a similar role.
  • Background in coaching/umpiring a variety of sports.
  • Background in or ability to obtain the skills required to deliver training.

SALARY PACKAGE INCLUDES:

Package of up to $100,000 per annum, incorporating:

  • An attractive salary plus superannuation
  • Salary Packaging benefits
  • Full use of company vehicle
  • Up to10 week’s annual leave per year
  • Bonuses including airfares and hotel accommodation

For any additional information about this role, please contact the CEO Demian Coates via [email protected], using the subject line: Wanta Academy Director – Gunbalanya enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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