This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
- Fixed Term – 2 years
- Part Time – 0.6 FTE (22.8 hours per week)
About us:
Moogji Aboriginal Council (Moogji) came into being in 1989 when the then Aboriginal Women and Children’s Group and Moogji Aboriginal Cooperative combined.
Today at Moogji we support community members through their life journeys to achieve the best health and wellbeing outcomes possible, strengthen cultural and community connections and reach employment and economic development goals. We do this through the provision of quality services and programs in a culturally safe environment, facilitating employment and training opportunities, supporting strong community leadership and advocating for community needs and aspirations.
Summary:
Aboriginal Family Wellbeing Coordinator will focus on family violence prevention and is responsible for leading the design, coordination and implementation of Aboriginal-led, place-based family violence prevention initiatives in East Gippsland.
Grounded in self-determination, cultural authority and community governance, the role strengthens protective factors, addresses the drivers of family violence, and supports long-term systems change in line with the Dhelk Dja: Safe Our Way Strategy, Victorian Aboriginal Affairs Framework, National Plan to End Violence Against Women and Children, and Closing the Gap Priority Reforms.
This position exists to ensure Aboriginal people, families and communities in Far East Gippsland are safe, strong and connected to culture, and that prevention responses are designed, led and governed by our Aboriginal communities.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and delivery of primary and early-intervention family violence prevention activities grounded in culture, community strengths and healing as outlined in the program activity workplan
- Embed Aboriginal cultural frameworks, lore, kinship systems and community knowledge into all prevention approaches.
- Support community-driven responses that address the structural drivers of family violence, including intergenerational trauma, dispossession, racism and gendered inequality.
- Build and maintain strong, respectful relationships with Elders, Traditional Owners, Aboriginal organisations, families and community members.
- Facilitate culturally safe community consultations, yarning circles and co-design processes.
- Support Aboriginal community leadership and governance in decision-making related to family violence prevention.
Requirements:
- Identifies as Aboriginal – this is a designated position under Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).
- Demonstrated experience in Aboriginal family violence prevention, community development, social and emotional wellbeing, or related fields.
- Strong understanding of the drivers of family violence in Aboriginal communities and evidence-based, culturally grounded prevention approaches.
- Proven ability to engage respectfully with Aboriginal communities, Elders and leaders.
- Experience coordinating programs, projects or initiatives, including reporting and accountability requirements.
- High-level communication, facilitation and relationship-building skills.
- Knowledge of relevant Victorian and Commonwealth Aboriginal policy frameworks, including Dhelk Dja
- Training in First Aid and CPR within the past three years
- A National Police Check will be required before finalising the appointment and then routinely every three years. NB: If you have worked overseas an international police check many also be required.
- A Working with Children Check is required prior to commencement and then every five years.
- A current Victorian Driver’s License
- Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination must be provided and maintained continually.
- Work rights in Australia or be eligible for such.
Please Note: This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
