Employment Opportunity - East Kimberley ARO Cultural Placement Advisor

Aarnja has an exciting new opportunity for a Cultural Placement Advisor in the East Kimberley.

In October 2021 the Western Australian Parliament passed amendments to the Children and Communities Services 2021; to increase the involvement of Aboriginal people in decision-making processes concerning Aboriginal Children in Care. 

Amendments to the Act included provisions for an Aboriginal Representative Organisation (“ARO”) to be consulted before placement arrangement is made for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children in care, and given the opportunity to take part in the preparation and review of Cultural Support Plans for Aboriginal Children in Care.

Aarnja was awarded a two year grant to test the proposed amendments. The pilot will test service delivery and operational readiness of the draft service delivery model which will inform the state wide rollout of ARO services in 2026. We have two roles available with one located in Broome WA and the other in Kununurra WA to assist with delivery across the East and West Districts.

About the Role

The Cultural Placement Advisor is required to provide specialist advice and cultural knowledge to the Department, which will enable a broader and more comprehensive scoping of family to identify culturally connected placements and enhance cultural support planning. In doing so, this position is to develop a sound understanding of child protection processes and a strong working relationship with the Department that is built on trust and respect.


For full details and information on how to apply please head to Seek.

Employment Opportunity - Administration Officer

Who we are

Aarnja is a regional organisation for Kimberley Aboriginal people, founded on our culture and values. Our vision is to empower Kimberley Aboriginal people, communities and organisations to have a strong Aboriginal identity and share in all of the social and economic opportunities of modern society. Our mission is to value add through an Aboriginal led approach to solutions for Kimberley Aboriginal people, families and communities.

Tasks & responsibilities

  • Be the first contact for all organisation enquiries.

  • Organise meetings, including preparation of meeting documents and prepare minutes.

  • Effective and concise communication.

  • Provide and assist day-to-day office practices, good record-keeping, including financial, administrative and general office duties.

  • Assist, support and work productively with all team members.

Qualifications & experience

  • Professional approach and solutions focussed.

  • Ability to work under pressure.

  • Organisational and time management skills.

  • Excellent attention to detail.

  • Experience with Microsoft Software and Financial Software such as Xero or MYOB.

Benefits:

If successful, you will receive a generous salary package including:

  • Competitive base salary;

  • District allowance;

  • Accommodation allowance;

  • Salary sacrificing;

  • 5-weeks Annual Leave;

  • Air Conditioning Subsidy;

  • Annual Airfare Allowance after 12-months of service;

  • Superannuation, per super guarantee amount;

  • Training and development opportunities.

How to apply:

  • Cover letter.

  • Response to the selection criteria see below, keep to 1-page.

  • Current resume with at least 3 referees.

Selection Criteria

  1. Demonstrated Administration skills and experience.

  2. Experience with Microsoft Software and Financial Accounting Software such as Xero or MYOB.

  3. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

  4. Demonstrated problem solving skills.

  5. Qualifications in Business Administration or similar field, or extensive experience in Administration.

  6. Willingness to travel throughout the Kimberley as required for company related meetings.

  7. Current WA Drivers Licence.

  8. Valid Working with Children’s Check.

  9. Australian Federal Police clearance.

Note, a valid ‘C’ class drivers’ licence, Working with Children (WWC) and Police Clearance will be required prior to successful employment.

For general enquiries contact info@aarnja.org.au. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply!

We reserve the right to commence recruitment proceedings immediately and to close this advertisement early should a suitable candidate be found.

CLOSING DATE: Thursday 17th November 2022, 5:00pm WST.

Please apply via Seek.

Aarnja's 2022 Annual Members' Report

We’re pleased to share with you our Annual Members’ Report for 2022. There are some big announcements! Over the last year we’ve been able to fund some fantastic ventures, including Waardi’s Building Babies Brains program, Ardi’ol Art and Culture and Yiriman Women. In operational news, Damien Parriman will be stepping down as chief executive, Aarnja will not be pursuing a formal merger with KRED Enterprises, and we’ve continued our work in the child protection sector, under the guidance of the Kimberley Aboriginal Children in Care Committee. For a full run down of all our successful sponsorship grantees and our work click the picture above, or here.

CEO employment opportunity for exceptional candidate

Chief Executive Officer

Aarnja Ltd

  • Executive leadership role

  • Permanent full time

  • Based in Broome, WA

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and committed person with extensive knowledge of Aboriginal culture and Indigenous Affairs.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) reports to the Board of Directors of Aarnja and is responsible for the efficient and effective management of Aarnja in achieving its mission, strategic goals and financial objectives. 

The primary role of the CEO is to identify, develop and direct the implementation of the corporate and administrative goals, policies and plans that will underpin and secure Aarnja’s future and a better future for the Kimberley Region.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing budgets for board approval and managing operational expenditure

  • Oversee the implementation of the structures, policies and systems for Aarnja, including establishing and maintaining policy and procedures in relation to the ongoing management of Aarnja

  • Establish and sustain relationships with funders, partners, external service providers, negotiating the long-term sustainability and independence of the organisation

  • Maintain Aarnja’s deductible gift recipient charity status

  • Liaise with government and non-government agencies

  • Represent the Aarnja’s interests in meetings, conferences, seminars and proceedings as required

  • Provide regular reports and advice to the Board on the performance and outcomes of each component of the strategic plan

  • Lead efforts to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of Aarnja

  • Ensure compliance of funding agreements and plan for non-compliance (manage risk)

  • Meet all compliance requirements in relation to the running of each sector of the businesses

  • Ensure that mandatory regulatory reporting is completed in a timely, professional and comprehensive way

  • Ensure that professional financial management is of the highest order

  • Appoint key staff as required and budgeted for

  • Present and co-ordinate at all board meetings and AGMs

  • Evaluate programs against outcomes and

  • Apply knowledge and understanding of Kimberley Aboriginal cultures and protocols

Essential Skills

  • General management and operational excellence

  • Demonstrated success delivering significant organisational outcomes

  • Excellent change management skills including with those of a variety of backgrounds

  • Proven capacity in high level strategic planning

  • Proven capability in high level policy development and policy analysis

  • Demonstrated experience in developing policy and strategic plans

  • Strong and decisive leadership skills in complex and conflicting environments

  • Ability to generate business vision and Kimberley future vision for all society

  • Strategic planning and organising

  • Problem solving and decision making

  • Ability to communicate with potential business partners and community leaders

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Australian Federal Police clearance, Working with Children Check and

  • Ability to network maturely and effectively with partners in the Kimberley and WA State and Federal Government departments

If this role interests you, please apply by submitting your cover letter and resume. If you have any questions, please email recruitment@revolutionaus.com.au

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.

Applications close 25 August 2022, 5.00pm Western Standard Time (WST)