• Fixed-term position – 12 months
• Full Time – 76 hours per fortnight
• Location: Melbourne (flexible locations considered)
• Salary range: $109,960 salary packaging + super.

SNAICC strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply

Want to work in an exciting new role within a rapidly growing organisation that makes a difference? Are you passionate about amplifying the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people?If this sounds like you, we might just have your perfect job!

SNAICC – National Voice for Our Children is growing quickly and continues to expand its policy team as it takes on many exciting systemic advocacy and research projects that will improve the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.

About the role

As the national peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families, it is important that SNAICC’s work centres the rights, views and voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people.

The Senior Policy & Engagement Officer will support the analysis and assessment of existing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth representative and leadership bodies and work directly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to design a ‘youth voice’ mechanism within SNAICC and to support its early operation to ensure the views of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people are centred in our work.

We are looking for someone who:

• Understands the diverse range of rights and issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people.
• Has demonstrated experience engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in culturally safe and effective way, including adjusting engagement approaches to recognise, acknowledge and respond to diverse life experiences.
• Has experience in convening and coordinating events, including logistical planning.
• Has excellent communication skills, including demonstrated capacity to produce high-quality project documents, reports, and submissions.

About SNAICC

Established in 1981, SNAICC – National Voice for our Children is the national non-government peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. SNAICC’s vision is that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families are protected, our communities determine their own futures, and our cultural identity is valued. We work to amplify the voice of community and the sector for the fulfilment of the rights of our children.

SNAICC plays a key role in the following areas:

• Research and policy development, with high-level leadership, policy and sector representation
• Training and resource design, development and delivery including topics such as early childhood development, partnerships, family support, trauma, and cultural competency.
• Support for sector development, membership, and networking.

About the Unit:

SNAICC’s Policy & Research unit leads projects to inform and influence legislation, policies, programs and practices that support safety, development and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. Projects involve close collaboration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisations, mainstream services and governments.

Why join SNAICC?

• Inclusive positive team culture
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Attractive salary
• Salary Packaging ($15,900 tax free salary component and an additional component of up to $2,650 tax-free to be spent on meals entertainment / accommodation & venue hire – subject to Government regulations)
• Leave loading
• Cultural leave provisions
• Flexible work arrangements

next steps

For general information about SNAICC, visit the SNAICC website.

Initial inquiries and specific questions about the role via [email protected], using the subject line: Senior Policy & Engagement Officer - Youth Voice enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.

To submit your application, click Apply Now.

SNAICC reserves the right to commence recruitment proceedings immediately. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Please note that the job ad may close early if we find a successful candidate. If you feel that you are a good fit for the role, please put through an application as soon as possible.

SNAICC is committed to everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our Child safe practices and policies.

SNAICC does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies at this time – thank you. Please be advised that SNAICC is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes submitted outside of its recruitment process.