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Under the guidance of Maningrida College in conjunction with the Bawinanga Aboriginal Djelk Rangers, the Learning on Country Coordinator aims to encourage school attendance, improve literacy and numeracy skills, develop leadership skills and increase job readiness for student entry into the general employment market as well as specific ranger employment. The program draws upon both secondary and primary education whilst prioritising years 10-12. Context statement The LoC program is a collaborative initiative of Indigenous natural and cultural resource management agencies (Ranger Groups) and schools in up to nine Arnhem Land sites. It builds on the discourse and practice of both ways education where both Indigenous and western scientific knowledge inform conservation and land management and education and training. The program aligns with and supports community cultural, social and economic aspirations by providing relevant and sustainable education and employment opportunities for young people. The LoC program is an important and inspiring vehicle for the intergenerational transmission of knowledge. Key duties and responsibilities Coordinate, supervise and assist with the planning and delivery of the LoC program - Includes preparing a LoC Annual Partnership Plan, convening Local Learning on Country Committee, contributing to school based LoC activities (camps, excursions for Maningrida College students), whilst working within the school environment and structures. Acquire, acquit, and coordinate and manage the resources necessary to support the program including use of ranger resources and local Indigenous experts required for fieldwork activities. This includes working collaboratively to negotiate with landowners to access country. Maintain regular liaison, consultation and communication with all project partners, potential employers, support agencies and organisations (VET Providers, AG, NTG, NGOs and community). Coordinate and deliver as necessary LoC related training and staff development for teachers and rangers. Ensure the collection, compilation and reporting of accurate data to inform the implementation and evaluation of the LoC, including reports on the progress and performance against program outcomes and key performance indicators. Work as a member of the school team to follow whole school practices and systems taking on approaches and actions aligned to the schools annual improvement plan. Selection criteria Demonstrated capacity to work and communicate collaboratively and effectively with Indigenous Australians; and experience in working with Indigenous school students from Transition to Year 12 with a particular focus on secondary and vocational education programs. Proven ability in building and maintaining effective teams, networks and relationships with other agencies and stakeholders and to work with flexibility within a school-based setting Demonstrated project management, administrative and time management skills, and the development of budgets and acquittal of government funding, highly developed interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills with demonstrated ability to influence and engage multiple stakeholders to deliver program activities in cross-cultural contexts. Knowledge of the Learning on Country program, the key objectives and the underpinning philosophies, including an understanding of both-ways learning and their application in the Learning on Country program and knowledge of Indigenous Ranger Programs and their purpose, priorities and organisational arrangements. Demonstrated highly developed communication skills, ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment and follow instructions and respond to guidance effectively from Senior leadership positions such as School Principals while ensuring adherence to all Department of education and Training policies. Formal qualifications in Conservation and Land Management or a related field, Senior First Aid and Bronze Medallion. Further Information This position will require travel, mainly on unsealed roads in 4WD vehicles and overnight stays in remote communities and camping. 4WD Training is required (or capacity to undertake training). A current Working with Children Clearance Notice (Ochre Card), ability to obtain a Northern Land Council Residential/Work permit for Maningrida Community and NT drivers licence (or ability to obtain). Accommodation and utilities are provided in Maningrida community at no cost for this position, however applicants must be willing to live in a shared house with another school staff member. #J-18808-Ljbffr