We’re currently recruiting for an Aboriginal Liaison Officer. Drive reconciliation, build strong community connections and influence Council decision‑making for meaningful cultural outcomes.
Position details
- Full Time
- Job Number: R2741
- Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 7 May 2026
About the Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in strengthening relationships between Council and the local Aboriginal community, and to drive meaningful reconciliation outcomes at a community-wide level.
As the Aboriginal Liaison Officer, you will be at the forefront of delivering Council’s Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful partnerships, and ensuring Aboriginal voices inform decision making, service design and community wellbeing initiatives. Working across the organisation and alongside community, you will lead culturally informed projects, celebrate Aboriginal history and culture, and support Council to deliver inclusive, responsive and respectful services.
This position offers the chance to make a genuine difference, influence organisational practice, and contribute to long term social change, while being supported by a committed leadership team and a collaborative Community Wellbeing and Partnerships environment.
What you will bring
Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:
- Demonstrated cultural knowledge and established connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, particularly within the local context
- Strong understanding of reconciliation, social justice principles and community development practice
- Proven experience leading and delivering community‑based projects, events and engagement initiatives
- Highly developed communication skills, with the ability to provide culturally informed advice and build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Strong organisational and reporting skills, including experience preparing plans, funding reports and corporate documentation
- Tertiary qualifications in Community Development, Community Engagement, Project Management (or similar) and/or substantial relevant experience
- Current driver’s licence, and the ability to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Police Check
This position is identified and has been established as a Special Measure under the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).
In accordance with the Act, this role is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Confirmation of Aboriginality and/or Torres Strait Islander identity, including a Certificate of Aboriginality, will be required prior to appointment.
Salary and conditions
The position is classified within Band 6 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $93,602 to $101,911 per annum plus statutory superannuation.
Candidates viewing via Seek or Linkedin are strongly encouraged to visit Councils Career’s page by following this link-
https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council/Careers/Current-Job-Vacancies to view a copy of the Position Description and application form that is a requirement to apply for this role.
Benefits
As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:
- Flexible Work Arrangements (Work from Home, Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)
- Relocation Assistance available to support your move to the region
- Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
- Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
- Access to Flare Employee Benefits for savings on everyday living
- Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
- Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
- Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
- Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
- Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
For a full list of councils benefits please visit our
website:
https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council/Careers/Employee-Benefits
Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.
We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.
Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.
About our organisation
Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at
www.mildura.vic.gov.au
About our region
Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.
Only a short flight from two capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at
www.visitmildura.com.au
Applying for this position
All applications must include:
- A completed Job Application Form
- A resume
- A covering letter
Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered
Want to know more?
Visit
www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form.
Call Human Resources on (03) 5018 8197.
Find out more about relocating:
Live - Mildura.com
