Part-Time .10FTE (approximately half a day a week) Fixed Term 3 years Shepparton Campus Location Classification: Level A - Base salary from $84,205 + 17% superannuation Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12(1) of the Equal Chance Act **** (Vic).
About the position Based at La Trobe University's Shepparton Campus, the project will run for more than three years and will explore the important contribution Yorta Yorta people made to the Goulburn Valley fruit-picking industry.
Family Facilitators will play an important role in ensuring that the stories, experiences and histories of Yorta Yorta families are captured, respected and shared in a culturally safe way.
Each Family Facilitator will represent their own family or clan and will work approximately half a day per week.
Family Facilitators must be a member of the Yorta Yorta community and supported by their family or clan to undertake the role.
About the Project Malnuda Burra Yina: Gabra – Stories of Yorta Yorta Fruit Picking between **** to **** will document and explore the experiences and contributions of Yorta Yorta families involved in the Goulburn Valley fruit-picking industry between **** and ****.
The project will work with individual families and clans to capture their unique histories, stories and experiences, including oral histories, photographs and other family records.
Skills and Experience To be considered for this position, you will have: A recognised connection to the Yorta Yorta community and endorsement from your family/clan to take on this role Cultural knowledge of Yorta Yorta history and ways of doing, including protocols and family structures,



with the ability to apply these in a project engagement setting Knowledge of Yorta Yorta community history, cultural expectations, and how families/clans operate, or experience applying these in community settings A commitment to handling your family's stories, photos, oral histories, and other materials with confidentiality, cultural sensitivity, and respect Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Position description: Family Facilitators Position Description Benefits 17% superannuation Indigenous Identified Allowance Private Health Insurance discount How to apply Closing date: Wednesday the 21st of October **** Position Enquiries: Neville Atkinson, Adjunct Professor, Indigenous Strategy Education Email: ****** Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker – First Nations Talent Acquisition Consultant, Email: ****** Please submit an online application ONLY and must include the following documents: An up-to-date resume; 1 page cover letter addressing your interest and suitability for the position.
Please note, this is an identified Indigenous position and in accordance with La Trobe University policies and procedures confirmation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage will be required as part of the application.




Only candidates with Full Working Rights and residing in Australia may apply for this position.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.
We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible.
Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
Our commitment to safety All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act **** .
If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
National Code on Gender Based Violence in Higher Education La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code).
This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities.
Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability.
Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.

📌 Malnuda Barra Yina Family Facilitator (Shepparton)
🏢 School Of Education, La Trobe University
📍 Shepparton