Roper Gulf Regional Council

CDP Senior Employment Coordinator

Job No: 79586
Location: Ngukurr, NT

  • Join a growing Local Government in the remote Northern Territory! 
  • A unique opportunity to make a difference to job outcomes in the local community! 
  • Attractive level 6 remuneration circa $70,701 - $78,040 plus a range of benefits! 
  • Outstanding career development opportunities, including paid study leave!

About the Organisation

Roper Gulf Regional Council provides a range of services including Council Administration, Waste Management, Municipal Services, Sport & Recreation, Aged Care, Youth Services and Juvenile Diversion, Libraries, Tenancy Management, Civil Works and many more to the surrounding communities within its Local Government area.

The Roper Gulf Regional Council mission statement of working as one towards a better future through effective use of all resources serves to give strategic direction to the Council's service delivery and its partnerships with stakeholders. The overall vision of Roper Gulf Regional Council is to be a sustainable, viable and vibrant leader in improving the quality of family and community life in the Northern Territory.  

The regional covers an area of over 185,000 square kilometres (which is 80% of the size of Victoria) with an estimated population of approximately 7,000 and encompasses the communities of Barunga, Borroloola, Bulman, Jilkminggan, Manyallaluk, Mataranka, Minyerri, Ngukurr, Numbulwar, Robinson River and Wugularr.

About the Region

The Northern Territory is one of the most picturesque environments on the planet, spanning more than 1.4 million square kilometres from the centre to the northerly coast of Australia. Ancient woodlands meet sandy beaches and escarpments tower above lush billabongs in this land of diversity.

There's something for everybody in this part of the territory. Whether it's climbing the escarpments, viewing rock art, catching fish, exploring the flora and fauna or trekking through chasms in Central Australia, 4WD'ing experiences abound and there's the opportunity for a photograph in every corner.

About the Opportunity

Roper Gulf Regional Council has an opportunity for a Community Development Program (CDP) - Senior Employment Coordinator to join their team based in Ngukurr, NT, on a full-time basis.

Reporting to the Regional Manager of CDP, you’ll be responsible for supporting job seekers to identify individual goals for participation plans that lead to positive personal and professional development and encourage community participation, to enable long-term employability.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

  • Organising and supporting training activities including partnering with internal and external stakeholders to deliver cost-effective training;
  • Coordinating requisitions for goods and supplies required to operate the CDP;
  • Setting work plans for staff and overseeing the development of activity plans for job seekers; and
  • Engaging the community to deliver job seeker services that are socially, culturally, and environmentally appropriate.

Roper Gulf Regional Council is seeking a candidate who has demonstrated prior experience within the employment services sector, preferably within remote and regional areas. You’ll have the demonstrated experience to plan, organise and implement program activities, educational workshops, and training to effectively engage with job seekers.

Additionally, you will need well developed interpersonal and communication skills, giving you the ability to liaise with a wide variety of employees and external stakeholders and ensuring strong working relationships are established and maintained. You will also be confident in communicating with people from different cultural backgrounds. Preferably candidates will have an awareness of the issues affecting Indigenous communities in remote locations.

Some out of hours work, including occasional travel to remote communities requiring overnight stays will be required.

A current 'C' class manual driver's licence and a Working with Children Clearance Notice (OCHRE Card) are essential to be considered for this position. You will also be required to undertake a criminal history check and update each year as required.

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About the Benefits

This role offers an employment services professional the chance to define their career, with a young Local Government within one of the most spectacular and iconic environments in Australia. If you’re looking for a change of pace, a change of lifestyle or a new adventure, you’ll find it in the Northern Territory.

You will be rewarded for your hard work and dedication with an attractive Level 6 remuneration circa $70,701 - $78,040, commensurate with your skills and experience.

You’ll enjoy flexible working conditions, study leave, opportunities for personal development and 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, ensuring you’ll make the most of your time in this region of the NT.

Additionally, Roper Gulf Regional Council is dedicated to the ongoing professional development and training of its employees, providing paid study leave so your career continues to advance.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in a stunning outback location. Make a positive difference - Apply Now!

Prior to employment with Roper Gulf Regional Council you must obtain the following:

  • Undertake a new criminal history check at commencement of employment with RGRC;
  • At commencement of employment hold a current Working with Children Clearance Notice (OCHRE Card) or provide an application receipt for an exemption to be approved by SAFE NT prior to commencing; and
  • Be an Australian Resident or provide the current, relevant Visa to work within Australia.

To be considered, you must respond to the questions and selection criteria as outlined below, and attach a current resume when prompted during the application process.

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