Yes, I Can! Aboriginal Adult Literacy Campaign
Campaign Project Officer, Walgett and Collarenebri, NSW

• Be part of grassroots approach to combat Indigenous inequalities
• Hands-on position implementing an innovative, high impact, literacy campaign full training in model provided
• 12 month assignment – once in a lifetime opportunity
• Attractive remuneration package for the right candidate with a base salary of $80,000

LFLF is seeking applications from highly motivated and experienced professionals to join our team. Since starting in Wilcannia in 2012 the Campaign has run in 5 western NSW communities graduating over 150 students. In 2016 we began in Walgett and in 2018 we plan to run a third class in Walgett and start in nearby Collarenebri.

For more information about the campaign, see www.lflf.org.au

About the role

The Campaign Project Officer will implement the three phase Yes, I Can! model in both sites. A copy of the Position Description is available from www.lflf.org.au.

Selection criteria: skills and experience

• Ability to work under Aboriginal leadership
• Willingness to undertake an ongoing program of Professional Development in the Literacy Campaign Model and its implementation
• Capacity to live and work in an isolated region
• 3 years’ experience working in Aboriginal Communities or equivalent
• Experience in adult education and /or community development
• Highly motivated with excellent community organising skills
• Outstanding written and IT communication skills
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in adult education & training, adult literacy, community development or equivalent
• Current Driver Licence and own vehicle
• Available to start November 2017

All other inquires can be directed to info@lflf.org.au.

How to apply

Your application should consist of:

• A covering letter outlining why you want to work with LFLF in this role.
• Claims against the selection criteria outlined above.
• Current resume (qualifications and experience) tailored to suit this role.
• Names and contact details of two referees including a recent supervisor.

Applications to be submitted to info@lflf.org.au by 7 October 2017. All applications treated in confidence.

Included in Categories

• Uncategorised