At Aruma, we support people with disabilities to live great lives. It's the reason we exist - after all, why should anyone have to settle for anything less? And to make this a reality, we rely on the skill and commitment of our Aruma team.

Reporting to the Employee Experience & Insights Manager, the RAP Lead is responsible for the consultation, engagement and overall achievement of Aruma's RAP initiatives in our Innovate Plan. They will coordinate RAP activity, connecting with a range of stakeholders across the organisation, in order to ensure our RAP objectives are fulfilled.

This role is a permanent full time opportunity opened to candidates located in NSW, VIC, QLD or ACT.

What success looks like...

• Aruma is seen as a safe organisation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Our employees are culturally aware of the beliefs and background of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Our Reconciliation Action Plan is a living, breathing document; staff are supportive and engaged with RAP initiatives
• Managers and key leaders drive local ownership of RAP initiatives and embed the key principles

A day in the life of Aruma's RAP Lead...

• Developing a project plan outlining the key deliverables identified in the RAP
• Initiating local working groups in identified areas e.g. Townsville, Armidale, and Sunshine Coast
• Engaging with local community members and networks
• Working with managers, key leaders and specialists to drive local ownership and embed RAP commitments
• Working with the Learning and Development team to source and implement cultural awareness training and other learning programs that support RAP objectives
• Coordinating and supporting annual NAIDOC and Annual Reconciliation week events

What you need to be successful in this role...

• You are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander decent
• Tertiary qualified in Human Services, Project Management or a Human Services related field
• Significant experience or engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples or communities
• Ability to partner with individuals, communities and organisations from a strength based, culturally appropriate perspective
• Extensive knowledge of issues impacting on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities in contemporary society and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples
• Project management experience

Be a part of this dedicated, collaborative team. We offer the benefits of a competitive salary and salary packaging of up to $15,900.

Our success depends on YOU. We'd love to hear your story.

To be part of the Aruma journey, apply now!