Who We Are
The Darling Downs South West Region is on the western slope of the Great Dividing Range in Queensland and covers an impressive 480,000km2 of land representating a range of First Nations peoples. Our region offers dynamic work environments as well as an affordable and community-oriented lifestyle, with access to essential facilities and diverse experiences for singles and families.
Why this Role?
The First Nations Partnerships Facilitator will:
Manage school and stakeholder relationships that assist in increasing educational outcomes for First Nations students and families transitioning from early years into junior secondary.
Implement regional and local strategies and initiatives including undertaking targeted activities and place-based approaches through collaborating with schools and stakeholders.
Responsibilities include:
Undertake case management and project-based work to support innovations and integrated service delivery in collaboration with other relevant regional staff.
Contribute to and support the implementation of strategies that improve transitions, culture and inclusion of First Nations students and families in the region.
Prepare statistical reports, submissions, briefs and correspondence concerning regional educational performance data for schools based on the outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
Maintain and enhance administrative systems and processes to maximise the effectiveness of services to the region, including information management and reporting systems.
Access and analyse information sources such as demographic data, education performance and local qualitative data to inform planning and coordination advice and support.
The Perfect Fit
The successful applicant will be able to advocate and elevate opportunities to support First Nations self determination.
The successful applicant will be a strong communicator who demonstrates respect for others, openness to diversity and enhances safety and inclusion across the team/s.
The successful applicant will also demonstrate the ability to write and respond to need through data informed approaches.
Interested? To Apply:
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
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