Aboriginal Employment Support Officer

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Aboriginal Employment Support Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy

$77,352 + 9.5% Superannuation

Temporary until 30 June 2020

City of Melbourne is committed to supporting diversity, inclusion and flexibility. Applicants seeking flexible and part-time arrangements are encouraged to apply.

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City of Melbourne recognises the value of the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to the heritage of all Australians and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. You will be supported in your application via our Aboriginal Employment Team.

Under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010, this opportunity has been initially dedicated to identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.  This special measure recognises the importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representation to advise Council on the views and interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the municipality.

How this position will Make the Difference to City of Melbourne…

The Aboriginal Employment Support Officer will support the Aboriginal Employment Advisor with all recruitment activities across Council, including building recruitment capability across the organisation.

The opportunity works collaboratively to contribute to the improvement of recruitment, employment pathways, selection procedures and resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. You will engage with community as a means of maintaining strong relationships that contribute to good placement outcomes.

As the key support person to the Aboriginal Employment Team the position plays an important role in supporting the implementation of City of Melbourne’s Aboriginal Employment Strategy which aims to make our organisation a place where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people want to work. 

You can bring… (Selection criteria)

• Ability to demonstrate and display City of Melbourne Values – accountability, integrity, courage, respect for self and others, and striving for excellence
• Proven experience in a recruitment role, with demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Victorian community     
• Good written and verbal communication including presentation and negotiation skills
• Ability to engage with the community, and build relationships
• Previous experience in mentoring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and/or employees would be advantageous.

To view the physical requirements and position description of this position, please see below under Position Information.  

How to apply…

As part of the online application form you are required to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a separate cover letter, responding to the selection criteria (no more than two pages), as listed above under ‘You can bring…’

Please address your covering letter to Lesley Jackson-Lopa, Aboriginal Employment Advisor

The Advertised Close Date and other important information can be found on www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/careers.

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