We’re seeking a passionate and community-focused individual to support Aboriginal children and families through connection, advocacy and culturally safe practice. Working closely with families, community and local services, you’ll help improve access to health, wellbeing and early intervention supports, promoting positive outcomes and school readiness. If you’re dedicated to empowering families and strengthening community connections, apply today.

Organisational Profile

GEGAC is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation based in Bairnsdale Victoria. Consisting of about 200 staff, GEGAC is a Not-for-Profit organisation that delivers holistic services in the areas of Primary Health, Social Services, Elders & Disability and Early Childhood Education.

GEGAC advocates for the self-determination of the Aboriginal community by prioritising services that enhance social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing, with culture at the heart of everything we do.

Position Purpose

The community connector roll will build strong relationships with families, community and local services, while supporting the implementation of culturally secure, family-centred practices across early years and health services.

The position will provide practical support, referrals and advocacy, help identify barriers to accessing services, and connect families with culturally appropriate health, wellbeing and early intervention supports.

Working alongside families and community, the role will help promote early intervention, school readiness and positive outcomes for Aboriginal children and families.

Key Selection Criteria

- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal culture with the ability to liaise with and support the local community.




- Demonstrated capability to meet the key responsibilities of this position.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to relate well to Aboriginal Families and young children.
- Experience in coaching, mentoring, and supporting families with young children.
- A sound knowledge of child development and key learning behaviours and the developmental needs through play and social experiences.
- Confidence in role modelling and providing honest feedback to parents regarding parenting skills and actions.

Qualifications and Registrations Requirement (Essential or Desirable).

- Valid Victorian driver’s licence ESSENTIAL
- Diploma in Early Years Education, or working towards ESSENTIAL
- A working knowledge of computers DESIRABLE
- A satisfactory Working with Children Check and Fit2Work Police Check ESSENTIAL
- A person of Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander background DESIRABLE
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccinated to align with GEGAC requirements ESSENTIAL

How to apply for this job

A copy of the position description can be obtained by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: https://gegac.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/2026-CB-Community-Connector-PD-signed-LC.pdf

A copy of the position description can also be obtained by emailing [email protected].

Applicants must address the key selection criteria for shortlisting.

Any applications that have not addressed the key selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.

Applications can also be emailed to [email protected]

Applications close 5pm Sunday, 15 November 2026

A valid Working with Children Check and Police check is mandatory to work in this organisation.

“this advertisement is pursuant to the ‘special measures’ provision at section 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth)”.

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