$95,000 - $95,000 a year

Contract

1mo ago , from Shine People Solutions Job Board - Indigenous Employment

- Location: Sydney (other locations considered)
- Work Type: Full-time, 6-month max-term contract (extension possible)
- Salary: ~$95,000 + salary packaging benefits
- Identified Role: No

About Shine

Shine People Solutions is a proudly Aboriginal-owned and operated consultancy committed to connecting exceptional talent with purpose-driven organisations. We work with clients who are serious about creating inclusive, culturally safe workplaces and driving real change for First Nations communities.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading not-for-profit organisation working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to support children and families to thrive. Through innovative, community-led programs spanning early childhood and youth development, they take a whole-of-life approach from birth through to adulthood.

With strong local partnerships and a commitment to cultural strength, their work is grounded in respect, evidence-based practice, and long-term impact.

About the Role

This is an exciting contract opportunity to contribute to the evolution of two flagship programs by strengthening and refining curriculum design and delivery.

Working across early childhood and youth-focused programs, you’ll partner with Program Directors and Managers to review, develop and implement culturally responsive curriculum and resources that align with national frameworks and community needs.

You’ll play a key role in shaping practical learning tools and educational content that support improved wellbeing, health outcomes, and educational engagement for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.





Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Development & Design

- Review, update and create curriculum resources aligned to program outcomes and national frameworks
- Support implementation of the Walking Learning® framework into practice
- Develop engaging teaching and learning resources for early childhood educators

Health, Wellbeing & Education Content

- Design culturally appropriate health, nutrition, and wellbeing resources
- Translate complex ideas into accessible, engaging and practical formats
- Align content with evidence-based frameworks and program values

Program Support & Implementation

- Support curriculum pilot projects, including prevention messaging initiatives
- Contribute to evaluation frameworks and educator self-assessment tools
- Collaborate closely with program teams and community stakeholders

Stakeholder Collaboration

- Work alongside program leaders, coaches, and community staff
- Ensure resources are culturally safe, relevant and community-informed
- Support cross-program integration of key educational messages

What We’re Looking For

- Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood or Primary), Educational Design, or similar
- Experience developing or reviewing curriculum aligned to EYLF or Australian Curriculum
- Strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and contexts
- Knowledge of early childhood pedagogy and community-based education approaches
- Ability to translate complex concepts into practical, user-friendly resources
- Robust written communication and attention to detail
- Comfortable working both autonomously and collaboratively

Requirements:

- National Criminal History Check
- Working with Children Check (or equivalent)

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📌 Program Officer (Contract) (New South Wales)
🏢 Shine People Solutions Job Board - Indigenous Employment
📍 New South Wales