People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are strongly encouraged to apply.

Fixed Term – until 30 June 2026

Based in Alice Springs with regular travel to NPY region

Relocation Assistance Provided

ABOUT US

Ngaanyatjarra Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (NPY) Council was founded and is still led, governed and directed by women from the NPY region. It was created to give a voice to women across 26 desert communities in the cross-border regions of Western Australia, South Australia and the Northern Territory. Today, we continue to provide progressive, innovative and evidence-based work in service delivery, advocacy and support.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Tjungu (together) team provides support, advocacy and care coordination to ngaltutjara tjuta – people with disabilities, elderly people, and their carers & families. Tjungu was chosen as the title for the program to reflect the fact that aged, disability and mental health issues often overlap ad require workers and families to meet these challenges together. Tjungu philosophy and principles support the rights of older Anangu people and people with disabilities to live in their community so that family and relationships can be maintained and spiritual and physical connections with country are continued.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Project Officer works in a malparara partnership with an Anangu Project Officer and together they are responsible for the coordination and development of the Disability Advocacy Project.

The Projects aim to provide support and representation to people with disabilities through:

Providing culturally appropriate advocacy and support services to individuals and groups.

Identifying broader issues from casework and raising these with relevant service providers and Government Departments.

Linking in with NPY Women’s Council services and other organisations to coordinate and improve services to aged and people with disabilities.

ABOUT YOU

You will have Tertiary qualifications and / or a minimum of three years’ experience in a health, community services or related field. You will also have the ability to work in a cross-cultural environment, including working in partnership with other NPYWC staff and taking direction.

In addition to this we offer a generous remuneration package. You will receive an above award salary, salary packaging benefits, 32 days (pro-rata) of annual leave and 15 days (pro-rata) of personal leave. We also provide use of a company vehicle when travelling remotely along with travel allowance.

TO APPLY

Please apply via the website: https://www.npywc.org.au/job/community-education-advocacy-project-officer/

Submit both a comprehensive covering letter and resume.

A full position description is also available on our website.

For initial enquiries about the role, please contact Kim McRae, Tjungu Manager, on 08 8958 2360

Due to the number of applications we are only able to respond to candidates who have been shortlisted.