Community Engagement Support Officer

• Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer – SCHCADS Level 3, Pay Point 1 $80,008.24 pa
• Full time, ongoing
• Bring your energy and heart to programs built by Aboriginal women, for Aboriginal women and girls.

About the Role

Djirra delivers a comprehensive program of Early Intervention and Prevention (EIP) workshops, developed, facilitated, and evaluated by Aboriginal women, for Aboriginal girls and women. These workshops run across Melbourne, regional Victoria, and at the Koori Women’s Place (KWP) at Djirra’s Head Office in Abbotsford.

We’re looking for a Community Engagement Support Officer to join our Community Engagement (CE) team on a full time basis. You’ll play a hands on role supporting the planning, delivery, and evaluation of our EIP and KWP programs and community events. Some evening workshops and travel outside normal business hours will be required, including occasional overnight stays.

What You’ll Do

• Support the planning, delivery, and evaluation of EIP and KWP programs
• Co-facilitate Young Luv workshops alongside appropriately trained Djirra staff
• Attend and support delivery of the Sister’s Day Out Program across Victoria
• Attend community events and promote Djirra’s services to Aboriginal community groups, agencies, and families across Victoria
• Work collaboratively with EIP Coordinators to identify resources, supplies, and materials needed for successful events, workshops, and activities
• Conduct regular audits of EIP workshop stock and report to upper management
• Manage and maintain website content, including flyers and updates
• Distribute promotional material and manage participant registrations across EIP programs
• Collate, transport, set up, and pack down workshop materials and resources at sites
• Welcome participants and provide respectful, open, and helpful service to all women engaging with CE activities
• Maintain accurate workshop data, including attendance, evaluations, and reporting documents
• Plan and contribute engaging social media content, as directed by the Communications and Engagement Coordinator, and update Canva tiles as needed
• Act as a cultural support and resource as required

Who You Are

• You have an understanding of family violence and the drivers of violence against women
• You bring prior experience working with Aboriginal organisations, communities, and individuals
• You’re confident with public speaking and have experience planning workshops, events, or gatherings
• Experience working with Aboriginal women and girls is a strong plus
• You form genuine, trusted connections with Aboriginal communities and communicate sensitively with people who may have experienced trauma
• You’re able to consistently work flexible hours, including weeknights, with occasional overnight travel

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

A Position Description for this role can be viewed on the Employment Hero website for this job listing (via the application link). Please do not hesitate to contact People and Learning at hrinfo@djirra.org.au for a confidential discussion if you would like further information.

To apply, please click the ‘apply‘ button and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions which will be sent via email once you have submitted your application. Please note screening questions are a requirement of your application. Applications that do not include completed screening questions will not be considered. During the application process you may see an option to upload a video. Please note this is not a requirement of the application process.

Requirements

• A Victorian Employees Working with Children’s Check card or willing to obtain one
• Willing to obtain a Police Check at Djirra’s expense
• Driver’s License

Benefits

• Attractive salary packaging options (including meals and entertainment)
• Generous leave provisions apply and annual leave loading
• Employee Assistance Program with supportive, confidential counselling for personal and work concern
• Collaborative and inclusive team
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff

Please note this role may close prior to the advertised closing date (if applicable) if a suitable applicant is identified, or if we receive a high volume of quality applicants. If you are interested in this position, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.