Community Engagement Facilitator (Identified Role) - Aurora Education Foundation

“Empower Indigenous young people to connect with culture, support and resources they need to achieve their educational goals”

Work Type: Hybrid, 2 days in the office and 3 days Work From Home

Employment type: Full-time/ Open to negotiating Part-time

Work alongside a culturally safe, driven and welcoming team

Great learning and development opportunities

Applicants currently studying are welcome to apply

About Aurora:

Aurora’s vision is a society in which Australia’s First Peoples determine their aspirations through education and life-long learning, shaping a new future for our country.

Our mission is to inspire First Peoples in their education journey and connect them with educational and career opportunities that enable them to realise their potential.

At Aurora, we're on an exciting growth trajectory, intensifying our impact and expanding our horizons. To fulfil our mission, we're broadening our team with individuals eager to contribute to our vision, strategy and purpose-driven culture. Below is the outline of one such opportunity awaiting your expertise. However, we encourage you to explore all newly created job positions to find the one that best aligns with your career aspirations, capabilities, and passions.

Aurora is an Indigenous organisation registered in Supply Nation, won the Australian Employer of Choice Award and Great Place to Work certification.

This is an Identified position and only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples. We acknowledge the unique knowledge, skills, and perspectives that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples bring to our organisation and programs and we are committed to fostering a culturally protected and inclusive workplace. This position is designated under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).

About the role:

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in empowering young mob by helping deliver our NSW High School Program and strengthening relationships with schools and community partners. Through meaningful connections with students, families and school communities, you’ll open doors to educational opportunities, provide pathways to support, and create access to powerful cultural immersion camps and enriching day experiences that strengthen cultural identity, build confidence, and inspire future pathways.

Key responsibilities:

Community Engagement

Establish and maintain relationships with program stakeholders including students, their families and schools, particularly in relation to academic supports and camp attendance and engagement.

Implement engagement schedules as directed by the Delivery Manager

Support the delivery of camps and enrichment days

Contribute towards continuous improvement and recommendations to enhance activities, where necessary.

Escalate early markers of student dis‑engagement with the relevant staff member/s

Record all stakeholder contact in Dynamics within allocated deadlines.

Student Onboarding

Support the onboarding process by liaising with students, families and schools to complete the necessary onboarding paperwork and provide an introduction to the program as guided by the Delivery Manager.

Work with individual students, families and schools to understand their academic and social support requirements.

Support students to access their Aurora Support Plan funding, arranging for the purchase of key academic tools, equipment and resources in line with cultural, academic and social and wellbeing goals.

Consult with the Tutoring Leader on a regular basis to ensure appropriate tutoring support and understand its impact on students’ academic improvement.

Manage academic support spending for student cohorts in line with annual budget.

Escalate to the Delivery Manager when a student needs a referral to additional support services. Assist with the implementation of the referral/s.

Identify students at risk of disengagement with the program and consult relevant team members to support and re‑engage.

Cultural Camps and Engagement Days





Support the team to cultivate a strong, values‑led culture that consistently delivers positive program outcomes across NSW.

Participate in the delivery of Cultural Enrichment Camps and Days (up to 6 multiday camps per year and up to 12 engagement days per year).

Support facilitators with life skill sessions with students at camps and engagements, as required.

Support the Learning and Events Leader in planning the logistics of each camp, as required.

Support the delivery of engagement days and camps by providing safe environments, student supervision and escalating concerns or needs to the relevant Manager and/or Leads

Participate in post‑camp evaluations and contribute to continuous improvement.

Other requirements of the job.

Cultural Safety

Comply with cultural safety principles about overcoming the cultural power imbalances of places, people and policies to contribute to improvements in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education.

This includes:

Continuously growing and applying understandings of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islandercultures;

Actively reflecting critically on the potential for one’s own unconsciousbias;

Continuously supporting reform (internally and externally) to ensure procedures, processes and program practices are culturally safe.

Child Safety / Working with Vulnerable People

Maintain the National Child Safety, Code of Conduct and Procedure.

Work with internal staff and external advisors to provide internal training and advice on child safety matters.

Role model the requiredbehavioursincluding:

Providing a welcoming and safe environment for children and young people.

Promoting the safety and well‑being of children and young people associated with the program.

Interacting with children and young people in ways that are positive and safe.

If required, provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people associated with the program.

Acting as a positive role model for children and young people.

Report to an appropriate person any suspicions, concerns, allegations or disclosures of alleged abuse against children and young people.

Manage reports of any suspicions, concerns, allegations or disclosures of alleged abuse against children and young people.

Purpose and values

To align with our vision that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to realise their full education and employment potential.

To uphold our core values of respect, collaboration, accountability, and impact.

To promote cultural, psychological, and child safety, and encourage an inclusive and supportive environment.

To be a leader who prioritises purpose and people, and is dedicated to achieving excellence, promoting well‑being, and fostering personal and professional growth.

Experience

A demonstrated understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures, organisations and the issues facing Indigenous people in Australia meeting their aspirations for their communities and families.Provide regular reporting as required.

Well‑developed written communication capabilities.

Ability to balance taking direction and exercising initiative.

Experience in the community and/or educational sector

Tertiary qualifications in community services and social work highly regarded

Prior experience working with indigenous youth

Skills

To take initiative in developing improvement plans as needed, aligned with the organisational strategy, needs, and capabilities.

To effectively communicate, collaborate, and coordinate with others to achieve shared objectives.

To be open to receiving feedback and continuously learning and growing.

To be proactive, self‑organised, and capable of working independently.





To embrace creativity and encourage diverse thinking and working approaches.

To be adaptable to change and responsive to the shifting priorities and requirements of the organisation.

Strong MS Suite, SharePoint and Dynamics or similar CRM skills

Planning, project management, and implementation skills

Stakeholder engagement and management

Strong communication with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples

What our current Community Engagement Facilitators say:

“I find the role fulfilling as it gives me the prospect to give back to the community and be a part of community. It's important to have these roles because it helps and allows students to succeed as much as they possibly can.”

"Being a CEF is an incredibly rewarding role, where you directly support the academic, personal, and cultural goals of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. It offers valuable opportunities to develop your skills in community engagement, facilitation, and professional office settings. Working with Aurora also allows you to broaden your network, connect with a diverse range of people, and access many new opportunities. Most importantly, you become part of a strong and supportive community, one that stays with you long after the role itself."

Why you’ll love working with us:

Work with Purpose: Be part of a mission that matters, transforming lives and communities by empowering future Indigenous leaders through education and opportunity.

Grow and Thrive: Enjoy comprehensive development opportunities, including paid training, access to LinkedIn Learning, accredited courses, and an educational allowance. Be inspired by leadership dedicated to your growth and success.

Inclusive Culture: Embrace a work environment founded on diversity, inclusion, cultural safety, and psychological safety where everyone is valued and belongs.

Work‑Life Harmony: Benefit from our hybrid work model – 3 days working from home, ‘No Meetings Fridays,’ and wellness activations, all designed to enhance your work‑life balance and wellbeing.

Comprehensive Benefits: Take advantage of extensive leave options (e.g., parental leave, study leave, cultural leave, among others), and salary packaging allowing you to claim up to $18,549 annually in tax savings to enhance your financial and personal well‑being.

At Aurora Education Foundation, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your personal information throughout the recruitment process. By submitting your resume or any other personal details to us, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

Purpose of Data Collection: The personal information you provide will be used solely for recruitment purposes, including assessing your suitability for employment opportunities within our organisation.

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📌 Community Engagement Facilitator (NSW) – Indigenous Identified Role (City of Sydney)
🏢 Aurora Education Foundation
📍 City of Sydney