EEAI Youth Engagement Officer

| Fitzroy Crossing | Full Time – 38 hours per week | $68,000 – $72,000 per annum |

Marra Worra Worra Aboriginal Corporation (MWWAC) is seeking a committed and culturally responsive EEAI Youth Engagement Officer to support Aboriginal children and young people in the Fitzroy Valley to engage or re-engage with education.

This role is part of the Education Engagement and Attainment Initiative (EEAI), funded by the National Indigenous Australians Agency, and plays a vital part in improving education outcomes for Aboriginal youth.

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

Marra Worra Worra Aboriginal Corporation was established in the late 1970s by the people of the Fitzroy Valley and is the largest and oldest Aboriginal resource agency in the Kimberley. We work with Bunuba, Gooniyandi, Wangkatjungka, Walmajarri and Nyikina groups to strengthen culture, support community and create sustainable employment solutions.

Our programs include Community Development, Economic Development, Housing Support, Youth Services, Financial Counselling, Disability and Aged Care.

Visit https://mww.org.au for more information.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your key responsibilities will include:

Engaging with young people facing challenges attending or participating in education

Providing short-term case management and supported referrals to appropriate services

Working closely with Fitzroy Valley District High School, community stakeholders and families to support consistent school attendance and education success.

Supporting the planning and delivery of activities aligned with education goals

Promoting inclusive and culturally safe education practices

Encouraging positive educational participation and celebrating student achievements

Maintaining accurate case notes and contributing to regular reporting

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Strong communication skills with students, families, and stakeholders

Understanding of Aboriginal culture and education challenges in remote communities

Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Ability to work collaboratively in a small team and independently

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to maintain accurate records

A current manual driver’s licence and willingness to travel

Desirable:

Certificate-level qualification in Community Services, Youth Work, or similar

Experience working with Aboriginal communities or in remote settings

Lived experience or strong cultural awareness of Fitzroy Valley communities

Pre-employment requirements:

Satisfactory National Police Clearance

WA Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

In addition to meaningful, community-focused work, you will enjoy:

A base salary between $68,000 – $72,000 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging options

Professional development and mentoring

A supportive, values-based team environment

APPLY NOW!

Applications close at 4:00pm on Thursday, 24 April 2025. Applications will be assessed as they are received and interviews may be scheduled before the closing date, so early submissions are encouraged.

Please note: Suitable applicants may be placed in a pool and considered for similar future vacancies with Marra Worra Worra Aboriginal Corporation over the next 12 months.

For further information about this opportunity, contact Andrew Webster, Human Resource Manager on (08) 6146 2525.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

As per Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), MWWAC actively seeks to increase diversity and improve equal opportunity outcomes.