• Full time role, Maximum term till June 2021
• Based in Adelaide, SA

Applicants must be Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. This is an act done for the purpose of carrying out a scheme for the benefit of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people under section 65 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA)

Who are we

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. Our aim is to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in Australia and across our region.

About the role

This position is primarily responsible for working closely  with  the Aboriginal Programs Manager to identify and implement community-based programs which support Aboriginal men in the Port Adelaide and western metropolitan area to engage with programs, services and community development activities associated with the Port Adelaide Justice Reinvestment project. You will be key contact for Aboriginal men involved in programs and services coordinated or available from the Hub. The role will be based primarily at the Tiraapendi Wodli Hub located in Port Adelaide.

What you will bring

• Comprehensive experience working in Aboriginal community-based programs and services.
• Well-developed understanding of strengths-based approaches to working with Aboriginal men, Aboriginal young men, families and communities.
• Well-developed understanding of issues that impact on the health, wellbeing and safety of Aboriginal men and families.
• Understanding of factors which contribute to patterns of offending by Aboriginal men including young men.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating, implementing and delivering projects with successful outcomes involving a variety of stakeholders.

Why work for us?

Work for purpose, know that the work you do enables Red Cross to support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability.

You can access flexible working arrangements and generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.

Further information

For further enquiries please see position description below or contact Jamahl Liddle on [email protected], using the subject line: Support Officer - Aboriginal Men's Program enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Position Description:  Support Officer - Aboriginal Mens Program.pdf.