HSP/RISE Engagement Manager (Identified Role)

• Work Type: Hybrid, 2 days in the office and 3 days WFH
• Employment type: Full-time
• Salary: $111,000 to $142,000 (Including Superannuation) + NFP Salary Packaging

The HSP/RISE Engagement Manager is a critical role in leading engagement activities for Aurora’s High School Program (HSP) and Redefining Indigenous Definitions of Success in Education (RISE) project to support Indigenous High school students. This is a newly created role is pivotal in fostering positive relationships with key stakeholders, including participants, partners, community members, and internal teams. This position requires a strategic approach to programmatic engagement and stakeholder management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to drive engagement initiatives that align with organisational goals.

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RISE: REDEFINING INDIGENOUS SUCCESS IN EDUCATION

High School Program

• Work with Purpose: Be part of a mission that matters, transforming lives and communities by empowering future Indigenous leaders through education and opportunity.
• Grow and Thrive: Enjoy comprehensive development opportunities, including paid training, access to LinkedIn Learning, accredited courses, and an educational allowance. Be inspired by leadership dedicated to your growth and success.
• Inclusive Culture: Embrace a work environment founded on diversity, inclusion, cultural safety, and psychological safety where everyone is valued and belongs.
• Work-Life Harmony: Benefit from our hybrid work model – 3 days working from home, ‘No Meetings Fridays,’ and wellness activations, all designed to enhance your work-life balance and wellbeing.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Take advantage of extensive leave options (e.g., parental leave, study leave, cultural leave, among others), and salary packaging allowing you to claim up to $18,549 annually in tax savings to enhance your financial and personal well-being.

• Support the development of a long-term vision for the HSP and RISE project in alignment with external factors and internal resources.
• Lead the development of program strategies, objectives, and plans in alignment with organisational goals and priorities as it relates to engagement activities.
• Lead the recruitment process of students into the HSP and RISE project from school MoU sign off to student application approval.
• Plan and execute program participant engagement activities including HSP camps, RISE one day engagements and family days, learning plans and other activities
• Design and coordinate training on program content, planning, assessment and pedagogy for program staff, Elders, and Mentors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including schools Elders and Suppliers, addressing inquiries, concerns, and feedback promptly and professionally.
• Identify and collaborate with appropriate external facilitators and organisations to deliver engagement activities and lessons.
• Work closely with Elders on curriculum and pedagogy implementation.
• Establish collaborative relationships with students, parents/carers, communities, curriculum experts, and key Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander groups.
• In collaboration with the Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, plan and execute real-time and post-program evaluation processes with program participants, families, Aurora staff, Elders and Mentors, teachers, key stakeholders and independent evaluators.
• Identify key stakeholders relevant to achieving Aurora’s mission, objectives, and projects and plan and execute stakeholder engagement initiatives

• Passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people
• Be a leader who prioritises purpose and people and is dedicated to achieving excellence, promoting well-being, and fostering personal and professional growth.
• Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, organisations, histories, and the strengths and issues facing Indigenous people in Australia in meeting their aspirations
• Promote cultural, psychological, and child safety and encourage an inclusive and supportive environment.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to collaborate across teams.
• Well-developed written communication capabilities.
• Ability to balance taking direction and exercising initiative.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, project management, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years experience in Partnerships, Engagement and Relationship Management
• Experience using Microsoft suite of programs and CRM

If you’re a high achiever driven by the desire to make a significant impact, let’s connect. Together, we can create pathways that allow every individual’s potential to be realised. Join us in this vital, fulfilling work and be part of a legacy of change and growth.

Please direct any questions related to this position to pc@aurorafoundation.com.au

If you are interested in applying to join the team, please submit your resume to pc@aurorafoundation.com.au by 31 August 2024.