Job Description
FIFO
Engagement/Employment
Consultant – Cairns based role
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We are seeking passionate, community-focused FIFO
Engagement/Employment
Consultants to support employment, training, and community engagement outcomes across our remote regions. This role is based in Cairns and involves working both from the Cairns office and on-site at our QLD remote regions for a minimum of two weeks each month, with additional travel as required.
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This is an opportunity to build strong and meaningful relationships with participants, Elders, community leaders, employers, and key stakeholders to create sustainable pathways to training and employment.
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As an
Engagement/Employment
Consultant, you will work collaboratively with individuals and communities to identify opportunities, overcome barriers, and deliver culturally appropriate, community-led solutions that strengthen workforce participation and build local capacity.
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Travel allowances and accommodation will be provided while working in community locations.
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Key Responsibilities
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Build and maintain respectful, culturally appropriate relationships with community members, Elders, Traditional Owners, and stakeholders.
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Support participants to identify employment goals and overcome barriers through tailored guidance and case management.
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Connect participants with employers, training providers, and community organisations.
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Develop and deliver employment, training, and workforce participation initiatives that respond to community needs.
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Deliver Employment Placement Support for our participants
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Promote EMG services through community engagement, stakeholder meetings, and networking activities.
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Coordinate job readiness supports, including licences, ID requirements, training, and tickets.
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Monitor participant progress, providing ongoing mentoring and support.
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Maintain accurate records and contribute to continuous service improvement.
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About You
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Solid communication, consultation, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
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Experience working collaboratively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
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Demonstrated cultural capability and the ability to build trust and credibility.
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Knowledge of the RAES program and employment, training, or workforce participation services.
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Experience delivering participant-focused employment, training, community development, or workforce programs.
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Ability to engage stakeholders and develop effective partnerships.
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Strong organisational, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
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Willingness to travel and stay in remote communities.
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Ability to obtain a National Police Check and Blue Card.
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Experience in community engagement, employment services, or community development.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital systems.
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Experience working with government, employers, training providers, and community organisations.
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Understanding of Indigenous cultural protocols and strengths-based engagement approaches.
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