Join a purpose driven team
committed to strengthening Aboriginal cultural integrity across our
organisation and the communities we serve. As a Cultural Coordinator, you will
play a pivotal role in supporting the protection, celebration, and continuation
of Aboriginal cultures, knowledge systems, and ways of being.
In this role, you will
help embed cultural governance, provide cultural guidance to teams and leaders,
and foster environments where Aboriginal voices, perspectives, and cultural
authority are respected and uplifted. You will work closely with community,
Elders, Traditional Owners, and internal & external stakeholders to support
culturally grounded programs, build organisational capability, and champion
meaningful cultural accountability.
We are looking for someone who is
passionate about cultural strength, connected to community, and committed to
driving positive change. If you’re ready to contribute to a future where
Aboriginal culture is recognised as central to leadership, decision making, and
organisational excellence, we’d love to hear from you.
Organisational Profile
GEGAC is an Aboriginal
Community Controlled Organisation based in Bairnsdale Victoria. Consisting of
about 200 staff, GEGAC is a Not-for-Profit organisation that delivers holistic
services in the areas of Primary Health, Social Services, Elders &
Disability and Early Childhood Education.
GEGAC advocates for the
self-determination of the Aboriginal community by prioritising services that
enhance social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing, with culture at the heart
of everything we do.
Position Purpose
The Cultural Coordinator is
responsible for the coordination, delivery, and continuous improvement of
culturally safe programs and activities across GEGAC. The role provides
cultural leadership within program areas, ensuring services are culturally
informed, community-connected, and aligned with GEGAC’s Cultural Framework and
Strategic Plan. The position supports staff and programs to embed cultural
practice, strengthen connections to community and culture, and deliver services
that are respectful, responsive, and culturally safe.
Key Selection Criteria
·National Police Check
·Working with Children Check
·Compliance with GEGAC Child Safe
Standards
Qualifications and Registrations
Requirement (Essential or Desirable).
·Identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait
Islander person ESSENTIAL
·Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal culture,
community, and cultural practices ESSENTIAL
·Ability to deliver and support
culturally appropriate programs and services ESSENTIAL
·Experience working with Aboriginal communities and
stakeholders ESSENTIAL
·Demonstrated ability to support and guide staff in a team
environment ESSENTIAL
·Strong communication and interpersonal skills ESSENTIAL
·Ability to organise, coordinate, and prioritise work
activities ESSENTIAL
·Current driver’s licence ESSENTIAL
·Experience working in an Aboriginal Community Controlled
Organisation DESIRABLE
·Understanding of Aboriginal community services and health
environments DESIRABLE
·Experience in program coordination or community
development DESIRABLE
How to apply for this job
A copy of the position description can be obtained
by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: https://gegac.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-04-Cultural-Coordinator-PD.pdf
A copy of the position description can also be
obtained by emailing HR@gegac.org.au.
Applicants must address the key selection criteria
for shortlisting.
Any applications that have not addressed the key
selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.
Applications can also be emailed to
HR@gegac.org.au.
Applications
close 5pm Wednesday 6 May 2026
A valid Working with Children Check and Police
check is mandatory to work in this organisation.
“this advertisement is pursuant to the
‘special measures’ provision at section 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975
(Cth)”.
