Working with SNAICC
- Are you passionate, experienced, skilled and committed to working with and supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families and communities?
- Do you believe in creating a more socially-just society and promoting their rights, needs and aspirations?
- Do you want to work with an organisation that is proudly Aboriginal-community-controlled, representing the interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait children and families?
- Do you have experience and relevant qualifications working in areas such as policy, training, resource development, communications and community engagement within this sector?
About us
SNAICC – National Voice for our Children is the national non-government peak body in Australia that represents the interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait children and families.
SNAICC has been supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families since 1981, which has resulted in many key milestones and achievements – both in policy developments at state, territory and federal levels, and also in developing innovative and useful resources for the sector.
SNAICC is a diverse team, gathering people from a variety of backgrounds with a range of skills and experiences, all of whom work together in co-operation and mutual respect.
Our shared mission is:
“To provide a strong voice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families through a national body which represents Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children’s services and promotes the rights, needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.”
Our staff
We offer our staff an excellent wellbeing program, opportunities to participate in cultural events and activities, and professional development opportunities.
Staff are offered professional and personal development through ongoing on-the-job training, internal and external training opportunities, and whole-of-agency staff in-service days designed to build morale and knowledge.
Benefits of working with us
We offer a range of benefits when working with us, including:
- Salary Packaging ($15,900 tax free salary component and an additional component of up to $2,650 taxfree to be spent on meals entertainment / accommodation & venue hire – subject to Government regulations)
- Leave loading
- Cultural leave provisions, and
- Flexible work arrangements
Career opportunities with SNAICC
We’re always looking for committed and dedicated people to join our workforce so check out our positions vacant.
SNAICC strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for positions at SNAICC. SNAICC provides access to formal training and professional development.
SNAICC is always looking for volunteers, students and interns to undertake work in a range of areas. You can help make a difference by assisting us with policy and research, training and resource development, campaigns, communications, Aboriginal Children’s Day, and much more.
Subscribe to the SNAICC e-Bulletin for notices of future job vacancies.
Current positions available
Sector Development Manager
Full time
Based in Collingwood, Melbourne
Salary Range $105,000-$120,000 p/a plus super and salary packaging
SNAICC – National Voice for our Children, the national peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Sector Development Manager.
The role is responsible for the delivery and development of SNAICC’s sector and practice development programs for organisations and staff in early childhood and child and family welfare services across Australia. It involves the delivery and management of projects to a high standard within timelines and budgets, as well as leadership and management to grow and optimise the operations of the SNAICC Sector Development team.
SNAICC wants to hear from individuals with demonstrated leadership skills, the ability to analyse policy and legislative changes relevant to practice in the sector, and project management skills to design, deliver, manage and evaluate projects. The ideal candidate will have expertise in at least one of the following areas: early childhood development, child and family welfare, community services, business management or public administration.
A broad knowledge and a deep understanding of issues impacting upon Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families and commitment to the rights, needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families is also essential.
This position is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants only.
This position is exempt under the special measures provision of s.12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010
Download the position description for more information and to learn how to apply.
Please email applications and initial inquiries to: recruitment@snaicc.org.au.
For questions about the role please contact Tony Meggs, Corporate Services Manager on 03 9419 1921.
The deadline for applications has been extended, applicants who have already applied will be considered.
Applications close 6pm AEDT on Monday 9 September 2019.
Communications Manager
Full time
Based in Collingwood, Melbourne
Salary Range $105,000-$120,000 p/a plus super and salary packaging
SNAICC – National Voice for our Children, the national peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Communications Manager.
The Communications Manager will lead all internal and external communications and marketing strategies to drive media and sector engagement, organisational membership, branding and awareness to advance the needs, rights and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
The Communications Manager will be responsible for managing a small team that develops all communications tools and materials, including publications, newsletters, eBulletins and other marketing collateral. A key component of work will include managing the planning and execution of all external facing events. The role also includes management of SNAICC’s digital strategy across multiple social media platforms and websites.
SNAICC wants to hear from individuals with demonstrated leadership skills, significant experience in managing a marketing/communications program and in developing and implementing communications strategies.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in at least one of the following areas: public relations and media engagement, communications, development of digital and marketing strategies, and general management and leadership.
A broad knowledge and a deep understanding of issues impacting upon Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families and commitment to the rights, needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families is also essential.
This position is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants only.
This position is exempt under the special measures provision of s.12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010
Download the position description for more information and to learn how to apply.
Please email applications and initial inquiries to: recruitment@snaicc.org.au.
For questions about the role please contact Tony Meggs, Corporate Services Manager on 03 9419 1921.
The deadline for applications has been extended, applicants who have already applied will be considered.
Applications close 6pm AEDT on Monday 9 September 2019.
