Are you passionate about First Nations self-determination and community empowerment? Do you want to play a key role in shaping a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices lead the way in decision-making? Do you want to help run programs for community? Join the growing team at Barrbunin Beek Aboriginal Gathering Place.
We are currently looking for people to fill two new roles:
Barrbunin Beek Self-Determination Lead
Barrbunin Beek Health Officer
Both roles are identified positions and are available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only.
Barrbunin Beek means ‘happy place’ in the Woi wurrung language. A dedicated space where people can come together, it allows the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community to establish a place of community ownership, where knowledge can be shared and culture celebrated.
You’ll work as part of the First Nations service unit which leads and delivers innovative strategies for advancing self-determination in the community.
What you'll do?
Barrbunin Beek Self-Determination Lead
Working at Bar
rbunin Beek Gathering Place, Heidelberg West, you will:
Establish a Social Enterprise: Develop foundational structures, recruit leadership, and secure funding for Barrbunin Beek.
Ensure Financial Sustainability: Secure ongoing funding and generate revenue from services to support long-term viability.
Lead Strategic Planning: Work with the Committee of Management to create and implement a strategic plan for the organisation's growth.
This is an opportunity to lead with purpose, shape the future of self-determination, and make a real difference in the lives of First Nations people.
A temporary part time opportunity – to 15 March 2027 working 17 hours per week.
Barrbunin Beek Health Officer
Working at Barrbunin Beek Gathering Place, Heidelberg West, you will:
Coordinate the Foodshare program and Mob Dinners program.
Strengthen existing programs that support our local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Young People to connect through Culture and Food
Work with the team to develop and implement a new school holiday program and cooking program
Ensure sustainability of programs by strengthening existing and building new relationships with external organisations
12 Month Contract, part time opportunity working 16 hours per week
How to apply:
Barrbunin Beek Self-Determination Lead
Please submit your resume and a cover letter telling us about your experiences and why you are applying, and please respond to the three questions in the application form.
For a conversation about this opportunity please contact Zali Mifsud on 0400 522 049
Apply at: banyule.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/job/p3LmQ0/Barrbunin-Beek-SelfDetermination-Lead?source=public
Applications close: 1 April 2025 at 11:45 PM.
Barrbunin Beek Health Officer
Please submit your resume and a cover letter telling us about your experiences and why you are applying to Kristen at info@barrbuninbeek.org.
For a conversation about this opportunity please contact Kristen Munro on 0423 063 737
Applications close: 4 April 2025 at 5PM
For further information please contact us info@barrbuninbeek.org
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