Aboriginal Community Development Broker (x2 Full-time Ongoing vacancies)
Engage with the local Aboriginal community to build on the existing Local Aboriginal Networks
Summary about this job
Indigenous & Multicultural Services
Company: Department of Premier & Cabinet
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-2-4938-2149
Fax: +61-8-7197-6372
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Detail information about job Aboriginal Community Development Broker (x2 Full-time Ongoing vacancies). Terms and conditions vacancy
Aboriginal Victoria is looking to appoint two engaging and passionate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to be Aboriginal Community Development Brokers for the Southern and North East Metro districts of Melbourne.
The role of a Broker is to engage with the local Aboriginal community to build on the existing Local Aboriginal Networks (LANs). The LANs bring Aboriginal people together at the local level to set priorities, develop community plans, improve social cohesion and empower Aboriginal Victorians to participate in civic and community life. These voluntary community networks provide a safe and welcoming space for the Aboriginal community to connect, share, learn and lead. The role of the Broker is to facilitate LAN operations, broker partnerships between LANs and local stakeholders and are also responsible for leading and facilitating the ongoing development and implementation of the LANs' community plans, in alignment with the Victorian LANs Five Year Plan 2016 - 2020 (state wide plan).
The Broker role engages with the local Aboriginal community, organisations, local government, and partners, to respond to community needs, implement initiatives and projects, and facilitate practical solutions. With a team of more than 12 Brokers throughout the state, you will meet, share and collaborate together through quarterly state-wide meetings whilst fostering growth in LAN participation.
The closing date for this position is Sunday 12 August 2018.
This is a designated position under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply for this position..
How to apply:
Apply before the advertised closing date via the http://careers.vic.gov.au website
All applications should include:
- a resume
- a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)
Please refer to the contact on the position description if you have any questions regarding the job vacancy.
Other relevant information:
Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role. We work for the people of Victoria by helping the government achieve its strategic objectives. We do this by supporting the Premier, Deputy Premier, Special Minister of State, the Ministers for Aboriginal Affairs, Equality, Multicultural Affairs and Veterans, as well as the Cabinet.