The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Program Co-ordinator oversees the ongoing delivery and review of the QAS Indigenous Paramedic Program (IPP), Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Paramedic Program and Indigenous employment pathways.

The role is required to design, support, and review the recruitment of IPP and CALD cadets, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment pathways, co-ordinate specific induction programs and manage tertiary providers and associated education components.

Job details

We are seeking applicants who, within the context of the role responsibilities, possess the following key attributes:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culturally diverse communities in the pre-hospital environment.
• Proven ability to engage and build trust with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and stakeholders to enable consultation and collaboration on educational pathways.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal and relationship management skills, including the ability to engage, influence and consult with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proven highly developed project management skills including the ability to set priorities, work independently, under pressure, achieve deadlines and successfully manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in developing, managing, and evaluating targeted employment and educational programs, including RTO, VET, tertiary, school-based and alternative entry pathways.
• Ability to provide professional guidance and leadership in a culturally sensitive manner and expert advice when consulted on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education requirements.

The following mandatory requirements, special conditions and/or other requirements apply to this role:

• Possession of a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) or equivalent is mandatory. Applicants without this qualification must have the ability to acquire a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment immediately upon appointment.
• Applicants are required to hold an open Queensland “C” Class Driver's Licence (for a manual motor car) prior to the closing date for applicants. Interstate and international applicants must hold an equivalent licence at the time of applying and will be expected to obtain a Queensland Driver's Licence upon appointment.
• Whilst not mandatory, the possession of relevant tertiary or postgraduate qualifications in human resource management, education, conflict resolution and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culturally safe organisational practice along, with relevant experience will be highly regarded.
• The incumbent may be required to travel on official business and work outside of business hours as required, including weekends.
• Position may require travel to provide support to IPP/CALD cadets and educational pathway participants across the state.
• Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 627649-25-Role Profile (Word, 1,010KB)
  
  
  627649-25-Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 472KB)