24 Sep
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Enterprise Management Group
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Doomadgee
24 Sep
Enterprise Management Group
Doomadgee
About the Role
EMG Capability Partner is seeking a Community Project Coordinator to support participants, community organisations and stakeholders to deliver meaningful projects, training activities and employment pathway initiatives under the Remote Australia Employment Service. Based in Doomadgee, this role works in partnership with Elders, Traditional Owners, employers, service providers and community stakeholders to coordinate culturally appropriate projects that build community capacity, strengthen engagement and create positive employment, social and economic outcomes. The role might also be offered on a Fly-in/Fly-out basis for a right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate community projects, activities, training programs and workshops that support participant development, community engagement and employment pathways.
- Develop project plans, activity schedules and delivery timelines, while monitoring progress, risks and barriers to successful delivery.
- Build and maintain respectful relationships with community leaders, Elders, Traditional Owners, participants, local organisations, training providers, government agencies and service providers.
- Facilitate community consultation, feedback processes and partnership opportunities that improve participant and community outcomes.
- Ensure all activities are delivered in line with cultural protocols, organisational policies, confidentiality requirements and workplace health and safety obligations.
What you'll Need to Succeed
Essential criteria
- Sound knowledge of Indigenous culture and protocols, with demonstrated ability to engage effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Demonstrated experience in project coordination,
community development, employment services, stakeholder engagement or workforce development.
- Experience working within remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Strong communication, negotiation, stakeholder engagement, organisational, time management and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple activities and implement practical strategies to support participant engagement and project outcomes.
- Demonstrated technology literacy, including proficiency in Windows-based software, internet applications and case management systems.
- Current Driver Licence.
- Relevant Working with Children clearance and Police Check, or the ability to obtain them.
- Commitment to culturally protected, respectful and strengths-based engagement practices when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
- Willingness and ability to travel to remote and isolated communities for short or extended periods.
Desirable criteria
- Experience delivering projects within government-funded programs.
- Knowledge of the Remote Australia Employment Service program or similar employment and community development initiatives.
- Experience in project reporting, monitoring and evaluation.
About Enterprise Management Group (EMG)
Enterprise Management Group is a vibrant,
inclusive, and sustainable social and economic development organisation operating from the Torres Strait to Tasmania. Since our inception in 2007, we’ve grown to a national workforce of over 700 staff who are passionate about developing people, connecting them to opportunities, and helping communities thrive.
Our services span employment, training, business mentoring, community projects, and facility management, delivered through both government and private contracts. We also support regional and remote enterprise development through our not-for-profit arm, Community Owned Enterprises (COE).
At EMG, relationships are at the heart of everything we do—with our staff, clients, partners, and the communities we serve. Together, we strive to create lasting social and economic impact.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a values-driven organisation that champions respect, accountability, collaboration, empowerment, innovation, and communication.
- Work in a diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates geographic, social, and cultural diversity.
- Make a meaningful difference in remote communities across Australia.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about working alongside community to support meaningful projects, training and employment pathways, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via Seek. Applications close 24 October 2026, but we may close the position earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Applications not including a cover letter are unlikely to be considered.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.
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