Indigenous Community Engagement Officer

Indigenous Community Engagement Officer - Darwin Flexible School Edmund Rice Education Australia Flexible Schools Ltd About the Organisation Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Flexible Schools Ltd currently educates over 2,500 young people in 21 Flexible Learning Schools (12 based in Queensland and 9 other schools across Australia) and two Special Education Services Schools in NSW, with approximately 800 staff nationally. We’re excited to share that the Darwin campus of St Joseph’s Catholic Flexible School is preparing to open its doors, offering a new opportunity for Young People in the Northern Territory. Our schools provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for Young People who have experienced barriers to education. Here at Flexis, we focus on helping students reconnect with learning, build confidence, and feel part of a caring community. About the Role Staff are expected to work within the framework of common ground and demonstrate the ability to work under the four principles of operation; Respect, Honesty, Participation and Safe and Legal. To perform this role, it is essential that the person who holds the position be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti‑Discrimination Act 1991 that applicants are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders. Typical Duties Supporting effective learning and teaching programs for young people in both middle and senior phases of secondary education Promote and support the physical health and emotional wellbeing of the young people Contributing to the development and implementation of the Flexible School’s objectives and planning Contributing to the maintenance of a supportive and inclusive school environment with specific consideration for First Nations Young People Build relationships and collaborate with the school, staff, young people and their families in relation to planning, actions and achieving outcomes Support young people to engage with relevant external agencies through appropriate referral pathways and stakeholder meetings Create and maintain connections and working arrangements with key stakeholders, elders, First Nations community and agency organisations Liaise with staff and young people to coordinate activities and educational opportunities that acknowledge Sorry Day, Reconciliation Week, NAIDOC Week and other significant events Advise school leadership team on matters effecting First Nations community, young people and families About You Understanding of and commitment to the values of a Catholic educational system of schools in the Edmund Rice tradition Able to demonstrate the high‑level communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills necessary to be successful in a complex and layered organisational structure Ability to diagnose problems, foresee potential issues and devise appropriate responses Ability to lead, work in, and collaborate across teams with integrity and humility Deep knowledge of and experience in First Nations Culture and Community Requirements of the Role To fulfil the role, a person must hold and maintain a current Queensland Working with Children Clearance (Blue Card). No formal qualification or previous experience is required, however, a Certificate qualification or higher is highly desirable or previous experience in a similar role. What We Can Offer You Small group sizes with a flexible approach to learning Salary sacrificing benefits, including FBT exempt payments of up to $15,900 p/a Induction, Wellbeing and Professional Development Opportunities Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) How to Apply To apply for a position, please complete the application form below. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Adam Richter, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd on or via email Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check. All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA’s commitment to child protection policies and procedures. Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr