About the role

The position, which is based at the Alekarenge (Ali Curung) community about 300 km north of Alice Springs, includes a fully furnished 2-bedroom house and use of a 4x4 vehicle. The successful candidate will work with the Centrefarm Aboriginal Horticulture group that is developing the Economic Development Strategy for the Indigenous estate of the NT. The position will suit an individual with practical farming or trade background who has a hands-on approach to their work. The aim is to develop and manage a work experience farm project that provides Vet training for Alekarenge residents.

Responsibilities and Duties

Plan and supervise following activities:

· Manage the ongoing development of the 20-hectare training farm based at Alekarenge community training farm.

· Coordinate farming activities with trainers and local organisations.

· Maintain financial records as directed by Centrefarm.

· Manage the training facility comprising dormitory accommodation, classroom and commercial kitchen.

· Provide leadership, management and mentorship to participants across 3 WEPP age cohorts (school age, prevocational and AHPL adult workers).

· Administrative support and oversight

· Represent AHPL/Centrefarm by engaging positively with all stakeholders involved in development with the Alekarenge community.

· Facilitate community engagement services between WEPP and Alekarenge Elders, residents and community-based organisations.

Personal attributes required for this position

· Mature individual(s) with a positive attitude to working with indigenous people

· Practical aptitude for technical manual tasks and a demonstrated ability to pass skills on to others

· Practical experience of financial record keeping and reporting

· Enthusiasm and willingness to live in a remote aboriginal community

· Ability to work independently and in small teams and to prioritise & plan flexible & creative work programs

· Current drivers licence