Main characteristics
- Location
- Port Hedland, Western Australia
- Company
- Ashburton Aboriginal Corporation
- Employment type
- Full time
- Category
- Community Services & Development
Job summary
About the businessAAC is a not-for-profit Aboriginal organisation with headquarters in Tom Price, Western Australia and we currently hold the Federal Community Development Programme contract over two regions (Hedland and Western Desert). Our footprint extends across much of the vast Pilbara region. Our mission is to establish and maintain an environment that benefits people through the creation of culturally appropriate employment and enterprise opportunities, and the provision of education and training services throughout the Pilbara
About the role
A strong work ethicHonest and ReliablePassion for the environment and recyclingDemonstrated experience in managing multiple projects at any one timeProven management of people across culturally diverse social-economic backgroundsAbility to develop and implement workflowsUnderstanding of key performance driversDemonstrated understanding of key economic, social and environmental drivers that affect the organisationDemonstrated understanding of Risk to ensure risk assessment process is managedCapacity to operate independently of direct SupervisionExcellent cross-cultural communication skills with well-developed interpersonal, verbal and written skills.Demonstrated experience in project management and/or program coordinationDemonstrated Time Management SkillsSound knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements.Excellent Personal presentation and groomingExcellent Interpersonal skillsAbility to be adaptive, collaborative, flexible and innovating in problem solving as a contributing member of the wider team.Understand and comply with AAC's Policy & proceduresCommunication and cultural competenceCapacity to represent AAC in a professional manner working independently or as part of a teamUndertake a Police Clearance check upon employmentCompetent in Microsoft Office with ability to grasp other IT programs/databasesHold a current Western Australian 'C' class Drivers Licence
Benefits and perks
AAC offers rewarding careers in delivering services to the community. In addition to a competitive salary package ), you are given the opportunity to grow and develop your career by undergoing learning and development opportunities.
We offer benefits beyond remuneration, these include: 25 days annual leave pro-rata, leave loading, ceremonial and compassionate leave, salary sacrifice, annual airfare allowance after 12 months continuous service, and learning and development opportunities.
Skills and experience
Workplace IT basics Like Windows operating systems, Microsoft Word and Google calendarAdvanced workplace tools Tools like Powerpoint, Excel and CRMsDemonstrated experience or capacity to work and engage with Aboriginal people.An understanding of the cultural, political, economic and social issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in contemporary Australian society.Experience in or understanding of employment and/or community service programs
Experience in working for Not for Profit organisational frameworks
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