Aboriginal Cultural Inclusion Officer
Permanent Full-Time
Salary from : $103,378 per annum plus superannuation
(Salary will be assessed based on skills, experience and qualifications)
At Wollongong City Council we have a steadfast commitment to creating an Extraordinary Wollongong. We are in an exciting period of transformation and focused on delivering exceptional services, infrastructure and facilities for our community.
Our strength is the diversity of our people. Together our responsibility is to create an inclusive place where everyone is welcome, valued and belongs. We lead with courage, openness and curiosity. Our conversations and actions celebrate diversity, inclusion and belonging. Learn more about us here.
Are you a proud Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person? Wollongong City Council is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as  Aboriginal Cultural Inclusion Officers. We have two roles available that are central to our commitment to cultural inclusion, community empowerment, and respectful collaboration with Aboriginal communities.
About the position
As an Aboriginal Cultural Inclusion Officer, you will work closely with communities to enhance capacity, wellbeing, and cultural recognition. You will contribute to shaping inclusive policies, programs, and events that reflect and respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage.
About you
You will bring experience and/or skills in one or more of the following areas:
- Building strong relationships with communities to understand their needs, aspirations, and challenges
- Offer advice on cultural protocols and practices
- Creating and running initiatives that support and strengthen community
- Planning and delivering culturally significant events
- Working with teams across Council to embed Aboriginal perspectives into strategies, policies, and programs
- Reviewing and assessing the impact of programs and initiatives
Why work with us?
- We are committed to reducing colonial load
- We offer wraparound support and flexible working arrangements
- We acknowledge the complexities of community, kinship, and cultural responsibilities
- You'll be part of a team that values cultural inclusion and community wellbeing
- You'll work in a supportive and collaborative environment
- You'll make a meaningful impact in the lives of Aboriginal communities
- You'll help shape an inclusive and extraordinary Wollongong
- We are committed to cultural awareness, diversity and inclusion as reflected in our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan and Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Policy
This is an identified role under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act (NSW) 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role.
Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the Anti-discrimination Act (NSW) 1977 for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:
- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
- is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community
Interested?
Click on 'Apply' to complete your online application.
You will be prompted through the application to answer the selection criteria as outlined overleaf.
Contact the Alison Bradford, Community Development & Engagement Manager on (02) 4227 7622 for questions related to the job.
For questions related to submitting your application online, our recruitment process or you require adjustments in the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on (02) 4227 7065.
Applications close 11:59pm, Monday 18 August 2025
Interviews for this role are anticipated to be held week beginning Monday 1 September 2025.
We encourage applications from everyone regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, faith, disability or gender identity. People with disability are encouraged to reach out so they can be supported in recruitment processes, to enable them to demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.
Wollongong Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people in the community.
Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process which will include Reference, Identity and Medical History Checks, and may also include a Criminal History and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
