About us:

At Yiliyapinya Indigenous Corporation (Yiliyapinya) we are proud to offer a supportive and highly collaborative team environment and are committed to promoting a positive work-life balance. We pride ourselves on our tight knit culture, where each member of the team is valued for what they add. We are passionate about our cause and empower our team to succeed.

We are a not for profit, registered Indigenous Corporation and charity responding to the decrease in brain health in our communities. We deliver and co-design personalised, and community-based programs supported by neuroscientific research to address the impact of adverse life events in children, young people, and families.

One of our core programs, The Yili Program, is a short-term alternative education program, invaluable in its uniqueness and flexibility. Students gain experience in a wide range of activities that build their confidence and self-esteem, which increases their engagement with learning.

We are currently seeking a passionate Program Coordinator to join our team on a full-time basis on a 3 year contract term, supporting our Yili Program in Inala and Oxley.

About the role:

• Opportunity to make a real impact in a progressive and growing organisation.
• Competitive salary and ongoing development opportunities, particularly relating to neuroscience and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge of cultures and practice.
• In this role, you would be required to oversee the Yili Program at Inala and Oxley, taking charge of achieving project requirements, team coordination and compliance.
• You would be responsible for ensuring all necessary documentation is completed effectively and for ensuring the safety and support of both the Yili Program team and its participants.
• The role will follow a standard 38 work week (8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday).

Your day may include:

• Overseeing daily operations of the Yili Program, including activities, partnerships, and strategic development.
• Coordinating resources both internally and externally to meet program requirements.
• Updating and maintaining the Yili Program Plan as needed.
• Managing budget expenditures and ensuring compliance with financial procedures.
• Contributing to the design and implementation of program related research, monitoring and evaluation.
• Being hands-on in program operations, including supervising children and engaging with stakeholders as required.
• Collaborating with leadership to secure funding for program sustainability and expansion.
• Managing program expectations and concerns, escalating issues to the Managing Director as needed.
• Ensuring effective scheduling and delivery of program activities for both participants and the internal team.
• Coordinating collaborations, partnerships, and stakeholder meetings.
• Monitoring progress against targets and KPIs and reporting to stakeholders.
• Identifying, mitigating, and managing program risks.
• Completing necessary program documentation, reporting and ensuring team compliance.

Our ideal new addition will have:

• Experience dealing with at risk youth, their families and the system they are engaged in, for example child safety, youth justice and/or juvenile detention centres.
• Experience in settings with exposure to mental health services, such as occupational therapy or psychology, and knowledge of mental health first aid.
• Experience coordinating a team in a complex stakeholder environment.
• Experience in program co-design and delivery with community stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and both written and verbal communication.
• High computer literacy.
• Strong organisation, time management and administrative skills.
• Ability to build strong rapport with all stakeholders.
• Ability to travel.
• Relevant bachelor’s degree or relevant experience.
• Valid Blue Card.
• Valid Drivers Licence.
• Valid First Aid Certificate.
• Up to date with vaccination requirements - dealing with vulnerable people.

If you have a vision for social justice and advocacy for Indigenous young people and are passionate about making a real impact in a progressive and growing organisation, we would love to hear from you! 

We thank you for taking the time to send us your application for this role.

A position description is attached.