Policy & Advocacy Officer
| Title: | Policy & Advocacy Officer |
| Hours: | 4 days a week |
| Remuneration: |
$82,840.94 – $84,498.05 per year Plus Superannuation and 17.5% Leave Loading. Salary Packaging available through MAXXIA. |
| Status: | 12 months with the possibility of extending. Subject to funding and performance. |
| Location: | Based in Fitzroy, Melbourne VIC |
About the Koorie Youth Council (KYC)
The Koorie Youth Council (KYC) is the representative body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in Victoria. Guided by an Executive of 15 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people and our state-wide members, KYC values the diversity and strength of young people as decision-makers. KYC advocates to government and community to advance the rights and representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people. By hosting events like the annual Koorie Youth Summit, KYC brings Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people together to amplify their voices for social change.
Overview
Key Selection Criteria
Essential
- A strong understanding of the Victorian Aboriginal community, with a demonstrated knowledge of community strengths and issues, particularly those that relate to young people.
- Demonstrated skills in policy research and analysis, including the ability to contribute to policy discussions and development.
- Excellent ability to engage and build a strong rapport and partnerships with key community stakeholders.
- Demonstrated policy writing skills and the ability to make complex topics relevant to diverse audiences; including government decision-makers, Aboriginal community sector and young people.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and excellent time management skills.
- A willingness and capacity to frequently travel around the state to engage with communities and deliver programs.
- Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children and young people from diverse backgrounds, and commitment to the Code of Ethical Practice for the Victorian Youth Sector and the Child Safe Standards.
- Compliance with all VALS values, code of conduct, policies and procedures and relevant government legislation and standards where relevant.
Application Process
Applications can be addressed to Bonnie Dukakis, KYC Executive Officer, at jobs@vals.org.au. Your application must include:
- A brief cover letter including where you saw the job advertised.
- A current resume.
- Your answers to the Key Selection Criteria, as listed in this position description.
- Contact details for a minimum of three referees, including your last line manager. KYC will not contact your referees without your permission.
Keep up to date with news, job vacancies and opportunities at KYC, and our state-wide partnerships, here.
If you have any questions please email admin@koorieyouth.org.au
