Employment Opportunity - West Kimberley ARO Cultural Placement Advisor

Aarnja is seeking a motivated person for the role of West Kimberley ARO Cultural Placement Advisor.

The Aboriginal Representative Organisation (“ARO”) Pilot

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 - 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.