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Senior Project Officer, Aboriginal-led Commissioning – Multiple
AbSec is seeking experienced two Senior Project Officers to join the Aboriginal-led Commissioning team. Make a difference to steer a transformative project in Aboriginal-led Commissioning and kick goals!
We are seeking a two Senior Project Officers to lead dynamic initiatives of the Aboriginal-led Commissioning project that focuses on driving a new approach to commissioning that gives Aboriginal communities decision-making power when it comes to the decision, design and monitoring of programs and services. If you are skilled in orchestrating project management with precision and innovation, apply now.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged.
For further information: Please contact Shantelle Common, Project Manager, Aboriginal-led Commissioning by email at: shantelle.common@absec.org.au or on (02) 9559 5299.
To apply: Address the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Interested applicants are required to address the essential criteria demonstrating their experience against each point, submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and current resume (maximum 5 pages).
Salary range: SCHADS Level 4 commensurate with skills and experience plus superannuation and not-for-profit salary packaging.
Email applications to: pc@absec.org.au
Community Engagement Officer, Aboriginal-led Commissioning (Identified)
AbSec is seeking an experienced Community Engagement Officer to join the Aboriginal-led Commissioning project where you will make a difference in the lives of Aboriginal children, young people and their families!
The Community Engagement Officer will provide leadership and support in the design and facilitation of community engagement activities relating to Aboriginal-led Commissioning. The role also supports the delivery of other sector and community engagement activities to increase the presence and profile of AbSec. The role has the responsibility to report back on all community engagement and consultations to inform Aboriginal-led Commissioning, and AbSec’s policy and
systemic advocacy responses.
This is an identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
For further information: Please contact Shantelle Common, Project Manager, Aboriginal-led Commissioning by email at: shantelle.common@absec.org.au or on (02) 9559 5299.
To apply: Address the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Interested applicants are required to address the essential criteria demonstrating their experience against each point, submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and current resume (maximum 5 pages).
Salary range: SCHADS Level 4 commensurate with skills and experience plus superannuation and not-for-profit salary packaging.
Email applications to: pc@absec.org.au
Senior Project Officer, Strong Families, Our Way (Targeted)
Are you ready to steer a transformative project and kick goals? Look no more and join our dynamic Strong Families, Our Way team and help us achieve organisational success.
We are seeking a Senior Project Officer to lead dynamic initiatives of the Strong Families, Our Way project that focuses on strengthening sustainable, community-led structures of self-determination in the Aboriginal child and family system in NSW. If you are skilled in orchestrating project management with precision and innovation, apply now.
Aboriginal targeted opportunity. In the event that there are no suitable Indigenous applicants, applications from non-Indigenous applicants will be considered.
For further information: Please contact Penny Magann-Jones, Project Manager, Strong Families, Our Way by email at: penny.magann-jones@absec.org.au or on (02) 9559 5299.
To apply: SCHADS Level 4 commensurate with skills and experience plus superannuation
and not-for-profit salary packaging.
Salary range: SCHADS Level 4 commensurate with skills and experience plus superannuation and not-for-profit salary packaging.
Email applications to: mahalaw@bloomhr.com.au
Community Engagement Officer, Strong Families Our Way (Identified) – Multiple
AbSec is seeking experienced Community Engagement Officers to join the Strong Families, Our Way program – 3 roles in various locations across NSW – New England, Western and South Coast.
The Community Engagement Officers will facilitate community consultation and develop materials that will drive the communities involvement and understanding of the Strong Families, Our Way project and AbSec’s role in the sector. The role requires demonstrated experience in community engagement in an Aboriginal community and well-developed project management skills to plan the workload and meet deadlines.
These are identified positions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
For further information: Please contact Penny Magann-Jones, Project Manager, Strong Families, Our Way by email at: penny.magann-jones@absec.org.au or on (02) 9559 5299.
To apply: Address the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Interested applicants are required to address the essential criteria demonstrating their experience against each point, submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and current resume (maximum 5 pages).
Salary range: SCHADS Level 4 commensurate with skills and experience plus superannuation and not-for-profit salary packaging.
Email applications to: mahalaw@bloomhr.com.au
Membership and Events Coordinator
AbSec is seeking an experienced Membership and Events Coordinator to join the AbSec team and support our corporate services.
The Membership and Events Coordinator supports the Communications and Memberships team in driving
membership growth through recruiting, supporting and retention of members, as well as engaging with members
to ensure participation in AbSec activities and events. The role also plans, organises and runs AbSec’s
organisational and member events to ensure that each year the events are innovative, fresh and engaging
including relevant partnership engagement and grants to support enhancement.
This position offers a competitive salary, 35 hour work week and the option of hybrid work.
Aboriginality and/or understanding of the importance of cultural connections for Aboriginal children, young people, families, and communities is highly desirable for this role as is a previous understanding of the NSW child protection system.
Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Police Check and a Working With Children Check before commencement.
Applications for this role will be assessed as they are received due to the need for an immediate start.
For further information: Please contact Carina Stokes, Manager, Communications and Membership at carina.stokes@absec.org.au or on (02) 9559 5299.
To apply: Address the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Interested applicants are required to address the essential criteria demonstrating their experience against each point, submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and current resume (maximum 5 pages).
Salary range: SCHADS Level 4. Not-for-profit salary packaging available, plus superannuation.
Email applications to: pc@absec.org.au
Senior Client Support Officer
AbSec is seeking an experienced Senior Client Support Officer to join the Carers Support program.
The Client Support Officer plays a pivotal role in planning, coordinating and implementing comprehensive
support for Aboriginal Carers, children, families and communities to make a positive impact in their lives. This
role is required to establish and maintain strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, service
providers and carers to offer fit-for-purpose and culturally safe support and services to Aboriginal carers.
This position offers a competitive salary, 35 hour work week and the option of hybrid work.
Aboriginality and/or understanding of the importance of cultural connections for Aboriginal children, young people, families, and communities is highly desirable for this role as is a previous understanding of the NSW child protection system.
Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Police Check and a Working With Children Check before commencement.
Applications for this role will be assessed as they are received due to the need for an immediate start.
For further information: Please contact Lakin Orcher, Manager, Carers at lakin.orcher@absec.org.au or on (02) 9559 5299.
To apply: Address the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Interested applicants are required to address the essential criteria demonstrating their experience against each point, submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and current resume (maximum 5 pages).
Salary range: SCHADS Level 4. Not-for-profit salary packaging available, plus superannuation.
Email applications to: pc@absec.org.au
Policy Officer – Closing the Gap (Maternity Leave cover)
Reporting to the Director, Policy and Advocacy, this role sees the right candidate provide advice and support to AbSec relating to Closing the Gap (CtG) policy, research and advocacy matters.
This position offers a competitive salary, 35 hour work week and the option of hybrid work.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged.
For further information: Please contact Ariane Dol, Manager, People and Culture by email at: pc@absec.org.au or on (02) 9559 5299.
To apply: Address the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Interested applicants are required to address the essential criteria demonstrating their experience against each point, submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and current resume (maximum 5 pages).
Salary range: SCHADS Level 4 commensurate with skills and experience plus superannuation and not-for-profit salary packaging.
Email applications to: pc@absec.org.au
Working with AbSec
AbSec staff form a small but hard-working and committed group. We look forward to welcoming new staff members as we grow in pursuit of our goals.
If you’re an Aboriginal person with experience in the child and family sector, and a passion for supporting our communities, this could be the perfect workplace for you.
We offer a number of benefits to our staff, including:
- Competitive remuneration
- Salary packaging allowing you to maximise your pre-tax income
- Standard 35-hour work week
- Additional annual leave to recognise NAIDOC Day and Sorry Day
Most AbSec staff are based in our office in Marrickville, in Sydney’s inner west. The office is easily accessible by train and bus, and there is car parking available in the area.
You should note a couple of things before applying to work with us:
- Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Police Check and a Working With Children Check before commencing employment with AbSec.
- Some roles at AbSec are Indigenous identified positions, meaning only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates may apply for them. This is a genuine employment criterion in compliance with State and Commonwealth law.
- When recruiting for non-identified positions, we may still give preference to Aboriginal applicants, for two reasons: these applicants are likely to bring unique cultural knowledge and proficiency to the role; and employing Aboriginal people helps to reduce the gap in employment outcomes between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.