• Fixed-term position – 12 months
• Full-Time – 76 hours per fortnight
• Location Melbourne/Victoria (other locations may be considered)
• Salary range: $118,651 - $124,071+ salary packaging + super.

This position is identified for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and exemption is claimed under Subsection 8 (1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975.

Want to work in an exciting role within a rapidly growing organisation that makes a difference? Are you passionate about strengthening training delivery and resources for the Early Years sectors? If this sounds like you, we might just have your perfect job!

About the role

The Training and Development Facilitator position supports SNAICC’s Sector Development unit to provide culturally safe, trauma informed and secure services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisations and non-Indigenous services across Australia. The Training and Development Facilitator will play a lead role in the development and delivery of SNAICC training suites.

We are looking for someone who:

• Broad knowledge and understanding of human rights and issues impacting upon Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families and commitment to the rights, needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.
• Training experience and ability to lead the design, development and delivery of trauma informed training programs and resources with both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, and mainstream organisations.
• Demonstrated ability to design, deliver, manage, and evaluate projects across the entire project cycle.
• A demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and people.
• Capacity to contribute to the development of best practice across child and family services, and ACCO sector training and support training, with an understanding of working with complex families to ensure safety, development and wellbeing for children, young people, and their families.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated capacity to produce high-quality documents, evidence-based reports, submissions, and briefings.
• Excellent workplace skills including the ability to work effectively in teams with staff from diverse cultural backgrounds, manage competing demands and work respectfully in sensitive contexts.

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 Sector Development

SNAICC’s Sector Development unit aims to build the capacity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisations to ensure children, families, and communities, have access to high-quality and sustainable services. The team also leads the development of various partnerships to build the capacity of mainstream non-government organisations to provide culturally safe and secure services. The team manages sector and membership engagement and delivers targeted training and support activities, tailored to the service profiles and operating context of organisations. Looking forward, the team will also seek to elevate the sector and workforce challenges and opportunities faced by early years services.

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
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Flexible work arrangements

To submit your application, click Apply now.

For specific questions about the role please contact us via email on [email protected], using the subject line: Training and Development Facilitator (Identified Position) enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For general information about SNAICC, visit the SNAICC website: snaicc.org.au.

A position description is attached.

SNAICC reserves the right to commence recruitment proceedings immediately.

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.