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Aboriginal Engagement Advisor (Sydney)

Knowmore Legal Service LimitedSydney, New South Wales, Australia

7 days ago

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Advisor

Knowmore Legal Service is seeking Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Advisors for our Sydney Office.

We are looking for individuals to work with mob to help them navigate the legal system and explore their options.

Benefits

Excellent salary and employment conditions
Competitive salary commensurate with the not-for-profit sector, with salary packaging options
Knowmore shutdown between Christmas and New Year without deduction from annual leave
12% superannuation (0.5% above the SGC)
Access to training, development opportunities, and Employee Assistance Program

About Knowmore Legal Service

We provide free legal information, advice, representation, referrals, financial counselling, and support for survivors of child sexual abuse through various schemes.

Last year, 46% of contacts were First Nations People, aiming to provide culturally safe services. We employ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Advisors to assist First Nations survivors, working closely with a multidisciplinary team.

About the role

The role has three main purposes :

Provide direct support to First Nations survivors navigating legal pathways;

Work within a multidisciplinary team to support survivors;

Participate in projects and community education to achieve systemic reforms.

The role involves outreach, community engagement, and some interstate travel. A current driver’s license and willingness to travel, including to remote communities, are highly desired.

Aunty Glendra Stubbs, a Wiradjuri woman and Elder in Residence, supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. Watch her story here : Video Link

This is an identified position requiring the appointee to be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person recognized within their community.

It is a genuine occupational requirement under relevant legislation to serve First Nations People of that gender.

How to apply

Your application should include :

A cover letter outlining your interest and responses to key selection criteria (max four pages);

A resume detailing your skills, experience, and qualifications.

Note : Applications missing these components will not be considered. There is no fixed closing date; interviews may be conducted as applications are received. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Successful candidates will need to pass a National Police Records Check and a Working with Children Check.

Knowmore considers that being an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement under various legislative provisions.

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Aboriginal Engagement Advisor Sydney • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia