• Location: Canberra
• Duration: Ongoing after successful completion of a 6-month probation period
• Hours: Full time
• Remuneration: Level 5.1 SACS award 

ABOUT FECCA

The Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia (FECCA) is the national peak body representing people from multicultural communities and their organisations across Australia. Through the membership of state, territory, and regional councils, we represent over 1,500 community organisations. For over 40 years, FECCA has proudly worked alongside culturally and linguistically diverse communities, the broader Australian society and the Commonwealth government to build an inclusive multicultural Australia.

Advancing multiculturalism is at the core of FECCA’s work. We strive to ensure the lived experience, expertise, needs and aspirations of Australia’s culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse population are embedded into the work of government, private and community services and broader society. We work towards a fair and inclusive society, promote fairness and responsiveness in the delivery and design of policies and programs, support inclusive economic participation, strong communities and community sector, inclusive and accessible communications and contribute to and work meaningfully with data and evidence.

PURPOSE

As Program Officer, you will collaborate closely with the Program Manager in administering and operationalising programs, including consumer engagement in primary care reform. Additionally, you will provide crucial administrative support to the team, ensuring the seamless execution of various tasks and projects. This role involves working closely with diverse communities and peer organisations to address health and wellbeing issues.

KEY STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

Program, Operations and Communication team

External

Australian Multicultural Health Collaborative members, committees and community-based organisations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to programs and associated activities.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager in planning, preparing, and executing programs, including coordinating logistics.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for program stakeholders and committees.
• Assist in program evaluation through data entry, analysis, and the preparation of initial recommendations.
• Contribute to the creation of communication materials, including reports, social media content, newsletters, and emails.
• Provide administrative and operational support for various organisational projects, such as engagement events (both online and in-person), team activities, research initiatives, and more

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in health, Social Policy, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Proven experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities or projects related to these communities.
  • Experience in community awareness and engagement.
  • Demonstrated experience in project cycle management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.
  • Experience in grant administration and reporting.

ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent communication skills, with an ability to clearly articulate complex ideas and engage effectively with diverse audiences.
• Strong cultural sensitivity and awareness, focusing on understanding and respecting the diverse backgrounds and experiences of CALD communities.
• Analytical skills, with the ability to critically assess and synthesise information from various sources to inform policy and outreach strategies.

WORKING AT FECCA

We are proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We also offer a range of incentives to encourage, support, attract and retain staff, including:

• Flexibility to work between the hours of 7:00 am and 7:00 pm, Monday to Friday as negotiated
• A hybrid of in-office and work-from-home arrangements
• Generous salary and above market pay
• Paid parental leave
• Paid birthday leave
• Additional paid leave during the shutdown at the end of year holiday period
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Flexible and supportive work culture
• Friendly, fun, passionate, and dedicated colleagues
• Opportunity to travel interstate

For any queries, please contact Christina Ng (Office Manager) on 02 6282 5755 or [email protected] using the subject line: Program Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.