Description:
6 month full-time appointment with possible further fixed term and/or permanent appointment.
Aboriginality is essential as a genuine occupational qualification within the meaning of Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. The successful applicant will be required to submit proof of their Aboriginality.
South Regional TAFE (SRT) is dedicated to delivering a diverse range of nationally recognised programs throughout the Great Southern and South West regions of Western Australia. With a presence spanning 12 campuses from Bunbury to Esperance and from Albany to Narrogin, we offer flexible delivery options, including on-site, online and workplace-based programs.
Our commitment is to provide responsive, sustainable and innovative training that honours the rich diversity of our community. This significant role ensures the college remains well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of both industry and the broader community.
We are an equal opportunity employer and we continually strive to strengthen the diversity and capability of our workforce to reflect the rich diversity of our student community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under), people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and women in non-traditional areas.
For more information, visit www.southregionaltafe.wa.edu.au
About the role
The Aboriginal Development Officer is responsible for improving access to and achievement of higher level training for Aboriginal clients. This could include advising clients and students on career options, liaising with schools regarding opportunities available to them, providing assistance with student applications; and providing input into the planning and development of regional employment and education and training support strategies.
To be successful in this role you will ideally have an ability to identify, develop and implement appropriate vocational educational and training programs for Aboriginal people, develop and maintain collaborative networks with internal and external stakeholders and an ability to work with Aboriginal students, their families, and the community.
Work Benefits
Our employees have access to a range of benefits including:
- Salary packaging/sacrifice facility
- Employer super contribution 11%
- Deferred salary scheme – receive 80% salary for four years with the fifth year as a paid sabbatical leave from the workplace
- Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years
- Fifteen days personal leave
- Four weeks annual leave and an option to accrue ten additional days extra leave each year
- Flexible working hours
- Paid parental leave – 14 weeks
- Up to Five (5) days Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Islanders
For Further Job Related Information
Please contact Jodie Schroder, Manager Jobs & Skills and Student Services on (08) 6371 3418 or email jodie.schroder@srtafe.wa.edu.au
How to Apply
Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.
Applicants are required to apply online and submit by the closing date detailed below.
- A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees
- A written application addressing the selection criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form.
Advertised Reference Number: SRG026.24S
To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.
If you are experiencing any technical difficulties, please contact Establishment and Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.
Other Conditions and Eligibility
Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card.
To be eligible for appointment applicants must have a working visa (for fixed term contract appointments) or permanent residency (for permanent appointments).
This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months.
Should no suitable applicant be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date.
SR TAFE has a shutdown period of up to 12 working days over Christmas/New Year. Arrangements for paid leave in advance or leave without pay during the shutdown period will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Applications close Thursday 9 May 2024 at 4:00pm (WST).