• Opportunity to work in a close-knit team delivering culturally sensitive programs primarily to school groups
• Casual contract ($42.33 hourly rate)
• Position is based on the lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong peoples at Melbourne Gardens, South Yarra.

Who We Are

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (RBGV) is situated on the unceded lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong peoples. RBGV is a Victorian Government agency that manages the Melbourne Gardens and Cranbourne Gardens sites, and over one million specimens of plants, algae, and fungi native to Australia held at the National Herbarium of Victoria.

RBGV is committed to a long-lasting reconciliation journey by supporting and celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and people. We acknowledge, respect, and strive to strengthen partnerships with Traditional Owners and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We honour all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their ongoing connection to the lands our Melbourne and Cranbourne sites are situated on and the plants therein. We also honour all the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their countries across Australia that much of our conservation, research and education plant work extends to.

RBGV has recently developed and launched its Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2024–26, which can be found on our website: rbg.vic.gov.au.

What You’ll Do

The Aboriginal Learning Facilitator is based at Melbourne Gardens and works in a team of other Aboriginal and non-Indigenous Learning Facilitators. This position is responsible for developing and facilitating cultural and non-cultural learning programs to school groups focusing on high quality learning outcomes.

In addition the position will contribute to the development and review of First Peoples focused programs and First Peoples representation and cultural safety throughout learning programs. It will also contribute to community and educational initiatives, partnerships and outreach within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

The Learning and Participation team is an incredibly supportive and collaborative team where great consideration has been given to the onboarding, mentoring and development of the employees.

This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander designated position. The successful candidate must be recognised as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person by their community and be able to develop and maintain strong relationships within the local Aboriginal community to both RBGV sites.

What You’ll Bring

In this position you will bring your knowledge of local and nationwide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and your ability to deliver high-quality programs to a diverse audience. Working with school groups, youth and/or a range of people would be a fantastic addition to your skillset.

In addition to your great communication and presentation skills you will work well with a team, have good time management and organisational skills as well as a positive attitude.

Ideally you will have a qualification relevant to delivering learning programs in a similar context to RBGV and knowledge of indigenous plants, horticulture and/or conservation – however if you do not possess this but have a real passion for sharing stories and knowledge to diverse audiences then please submit an application. RBGV is committed to developing people that can make a contribution to the team and the community.

All other key selection criteria can be found in the position description which is located under the attachments heading on the Victorian Government Careers website.

Working with Us

At RBGV you’ll be part of a nationally-recognised organisation that makes a genuine impact on a local and international scale. As an employee you will benefit from flexible working arrangements to assist in creating genuine work/life balance, annual leave loading, access to an Employee Assistance Program and much more.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please visit the Victorian Government Careers website, via the Apply Now link.

You must submit a recent resume along with a one page (maximum) letter outlining your suitability to the role and Key Selection Criteria as stated in the position description prior to the deadline.

Applications will only be accepted via the Victorian Government website.

Enquiries can be directed by email to [email protected], using the subject line: Aboriginal Learning Facilitator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.

RBGV is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from culturally diverse and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Our organisation is a proudly child safe organisation and committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All applicants will be required to complete the necessary pre-employment checks prior to appointment. All staff are required to comply with the RBGV COVID-19 Vaccination Policy and provide proof of vaccination status as required.