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$98,601 pa + salary packaging + superannuationSalary $98,601per annum depending + superannuation.Annual salary increase every year based on CPI.Salary packaging(up to $15,899 a year, + meal/entertainment benefit of $2,650 a year).10 days Noongar Cultural Leaveper year5 weeks annual leaveper year + 3 days paid Christmas shut down + 17.5% leave loadingLSL vested after 7 years of service.Employee Assistance Program.Relocation Assistance for out-of-town candidatesSection 51 Noongar candidates encouraged to apply.Our VisionWe are The People of the Gnaarla Karla Boodja Region. We have been on our land for thousands of years. We have cared for our land, passed on our stories and our traditions to our children. We continue to pas our knowledge on, maintaining connection to our Country and to our ancestors. We see a future where our people are united, connected to Country and Culture, working towards a sustainable future.Our MissionCaring for Country and Culture for our People and future generations.Our ValuesStrengthRespectCultureSustainabilityGood governanceEngage with Noongar communities and the GKB membership, to promote the delivery of strategy for building a sustainable corporation valued by the membership.LocationBunbury, with regular travel throughout the Gnaarla Karla Boodja region and the South West of WA, will be required.HoursFull time permanentDutiesCorporateUndertake meeting logistics and participate in the AGM, Community Meetings & Southwest Leadership Group. Logisitics include TA reports, room hire, AV requirements and catering and communicate these arrangements to meeting participants.Maintain timely communication with team members and CSC staff in relation to arrangements of all meetings (such as Community meetings, etc).Maintain data of Aboriginal businesses within the Gnaala Karla Booja Region, Noongar Region, and other Aboriginal businesses.Facilitate appropriate social media information that engages and informs Gnaala Karla Booja Aboriginal Corporation members.Maintain file notes on all meetings, maintain accurate attendance lists, time and date of meetings, location and potential opportunities, impacts, and follow up actions required.Corporation requirements around record management (for reporting purposes)CommunityEncourage and support Noongar activities throughout the region including the delivery of Gnaala Karla Booja annual NAIDOC celebrations.Identify opportunities to promote Gnaala Karla Booja Aboriginal Corporation membership to community members.Develop an annual schedule of community engagement to increase membership and awareness of the Corporation.Identify partnership opportunities with other Aboriginal Corporations and community organisations to promote Gnaala Karla Booja Aboriginal Corporation membership and business.Maintain community connection, briefing management as required about important issues and areas of concern facing the local community.Working extensively with community agencies in accessing resources. Implement data base for these resources with all contact details.Foster positive relationships between GKB members and the wider community.Support the local GKB community by providing guidance to resources and local agencies as needed.PolicyResearch and draft briefing notes, correspondence, and social policy relevant to the Corporation.Oversee the drafting and delivery of the Gnaala Karla Booja seasonal newsletter.Provide a culturally safe environment and contribute to the implementation of the necessary policies.Undertake other duties as directed.Selection CriteriaEssential Qualifications and ExperienceHighly Developed organisational skills to manage tasks and meet deadlines.Ability to foster successful relationships along with a commitment to the development and advancement of the Noongar community.Excellent oral and written communication skills, especially in a cross-cultural contextProven ability to provide updates, communicate with various stakeholders, and disseminate information to ensure all relevant stakeholders are well informed as required.Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal cultures and communities, particularly within the Gnaala Karla Booja Aboriginal Corporation Region and Noongar regions.Proven track record of working collaboratively within a team environment.Strong initiative and problem-solving abilityKnowledge and understanding of Gnaala Karla Booja/Noongar society and culture and the challenges and issues facing the Noongar community.Relevant tertiary qualificationDiversityUnder Section 51 of the Equal Employment Opportunity ACT 1984, Gnaala Karla Booja Aboriginal Corporation seeks to increase diversity of our workforce to better meet the needs of our clients. Applications from Noongar people are highly encouragedPhysical requirementsAbility to provide a pre-medical report if required.Other - Appointment is subject to:Satisfactory Criminal Record Check;Satisfactory Working with Children Check (WWCC);Maintaining a current vehicle driver''s license.Flexibility to undertake intrastate travel and to stay overnight or for short periods.Apply nowSeize this opportunity and apply now:Submit a cover letter outlining your connection to Country; andYour resumeClosing date for applications is5pm, Monday 16 June 2025 however we reserve the right to close the recruitment process early if a suitable candidate is appointed.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:How many years'' experience do you have as a Community Engagement Officer? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Do you have a current Australian driver''s licence? What''s your expected annual base salary? What''s your preferred work type?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Featured jobsPrison OfficerDepartment of JusticeBunbury, Bunbury & South West WA19d agoMental Health Recovery PractitionerBunbury, Bunbury & South West WA20d agoMedical Receptionist & SecretarySouthWest CardiovascularBusselton, Bunbury & South West WA5d agoResearching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr