Join Our Team as a Manager for our School to Jobs Program! Are you passionate about empowering First Nations youth and driving impactful change? Cape York Employment (CYE) is looking for a dynamic and dedicated Manager to lead the delivery of our School to Jobs (S2J) Program. This is a full-time position offering an exciting opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of Cape York youth.
About the Role As the Manager – School to Jobs you will oversee the S2J team to facilitate smooth transitions for Indigenous students from educational settings into gainful employment. While not directly involved in providing education, the S2J Manager will work closely with the Executive Principal and personnel of Djarragun College to align employment opportunities with each student's educational plan. This position focuses on building strong relationships with local employers and organisations to enhance job opportunities and ensuring ongoing support and mentorship to students as they enter the workforce. The ideal candidate will be passionate about Indigenous education pathways, workforce development, and community engagement.
About you To be successful in this role you will have:
Experience in the management and leadership of a small team.Minimum of 2 years of experience in program management, workforce development, or education, preferably with Indigenous communities.Strong understanding of the unique challenges faced by Indigenous students in relation to education and employment.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, employers, and community members.Proven ability to develop and execute outreach and engagement strategies.Knowledge of job market trends and employer needs within the region.Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organisational and project management skills.Possess a Working with Children Blue Card and successfully complete a Police Check.Degree in Education, Human Services, Business Administration. (Desirable)Why Join Us? At CYE, we believe in the power of leadership and the importance of developing skills that drive change. By joining our team, you'll be part of an organisation dedicated to advancing First Nations leadership and making a real impact on the communities we serve. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with emerging leaders, helping them to unlock their potential and achieve their professional goals.
If you are a proactive, organised, and passionate individual with a commitment to making a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become a key player in the School to Jobs team and help shape the future of First Nations people.
How to Apply To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for the Manager – School to Jobs role. We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team who shares our vision and dedication to creating lasting change.
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Applications for this role close on Friday, 4 October 2024.
This is an identified position. To perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991
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