Jobs
Working Together – employment opportunities at GLaWAC
Front Desk Administrator
Being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage is a genuine occupational requirement for this position.
The Front Desk Administrator provides a key customer service for GLaWAC. You are the first contact for all enquiries through either phone, email, or face to face at the Forestec office. You deliver the efficient running of the front office area and provide administrative assistance that supports the day-to-day operations of GLaWAC.
This role welcomes customers and informs and guide visitors as to GLaWAC’s activities and attractions. You will create a positive experience to encourage repeat visitation by providing exceptional customer service and administrative support to internal and external stakeholders.
You will have:
– Some experience in a similar role or a willingness to learn.
– Confidence in talking and working with different people.
– The ability to build strong, positive relationships.
– A good eye for detail.
– Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Read the Position Description here.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Mardi Edwards at jobs@glawac.com.au
Payroll Officer
The Payroll Officer is responsible for providing an efficient and accurate payroll service. This includes the day to day payroll operations of weekly and monthly payroll processes, collation, lodgement and payment of superannuation, salary sacrificing, general journaling and other payroll related ledger reconciliations.
The position will be required to provide some interpretation of award and agreement conditions and to work across a range of different industrial tools.
The role will be responsible for preparation of payroll related financial reports, maintaining current controls, administration and integration of payroll systems with finance systems.
You will have:
– Well developed interpersonal skills, including an ability to deal effectively with difficult people, whilst ensuring a pleasant customer service approach.
– Extensive experience managing the payroll function with demonstrable attention to detail.
– Well-developed computer skills particularly finance and payroll software, MS Office and understanding large databases.
– Ability to demonstrate high levels of confidentiality and integrity.
– Understanding of Taxation and Superannuation Regulations relating to payroll.
Read the Position Description here.
Don’t delay your application, we will be interviewing while the position is being advertised.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Mardi Edwards at jobs@glawac.com.au
Program Manager
The Program Manager is responsible for effectively and successfully managing the GLaWAC contracts register and contract obligations. You will also oversee government reporting requirements, monitor budgets, and assist with reporting variances and project expenditure forecasts. You will monitor each project, liaise with Project Managers across GLaWAC to gather information and provide support, and establish and maintain key external contacts for each project.
A primary focus will be to review, make recommendations and implement suitable project management software. Reporting to the General Manager, Business Services, this role will collaborate on continuous improvement initiatives.
You will have:
– Extensive experience managing budgets, monitoring projects and administrative tasks.
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
– Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
– The ability to create meaningful insights from business data.
– Demonstrated leadership experience and a strong passion to coach and develop others.
– Experience with financial software Strong attention to detail.
– Strong MS Excel skills.
Read the Position Description here.
Applications close: Sunday 23rd February
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Mardi Edwards at jobs@glawac.com.au
Supporting Healing For Families Community Engagement Workers – part time
GLaWAC considers that being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage is a genuine occupational requirement for this position
We are looking for three passionate community members to join the Supporting Healing for Families (SHFF) Initiative, a program that amplifies community voices in the journey of individual and collective healing.
These roles are auspiced by GLaWAC, meaning GLaWAC will provide salary and IT support, but your day-to-day work will be directed by the Inner Gippsland Healing Model (IGHM) team.
As a Community Engagement Worker, you will design, deliver, and evaluate community engagement training and healing activities as outlined by IGHM. Your focus will be on strengthening connections to culture, supporting community resilience, and promoting healing through education and awareness.
Your role will involve strong community engagement and relationship-building within three Local Government Areas —Latrobe Valley, West Gippsland (Baw Baw), and South Gippsland/Bass Coast – and you will ensure mob-based best practice principles and integrity are upheld while working within locally developed cultural protocols.
You will have:
– A strong understanding of the Healing Model.
– Deep respect for confidentiality, integrity, and cultural safety.
– Experience working both independently and as part of a team.
– Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
– Good time management, organisational, and administrative skills.
– Experience working with community-based committees and stakeholders.
Read the Position Description here.
Applications close: Sunday 9th March
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Mardi Edwards at jobs@glawac.com.au
GLaWAC are always looking to create new opportunities for community and we will post them here and on our Facebook page as they arise.
If you would like to know more about our jobs and training packages please get in touch with Mardi Edwards at jobs@glawac.com.au
Our commitment to our staff
At the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation we understand that our employees are one of our greatest strengths as an organisation.
We strive to fulfil the aspirations of the Gunaikurnai people, as detailed in the Gunaikurnai Whole of Country Plan.
GLaWAC is a stable corporation that continues to grow and increase its influence across our Country. We are building capacity to address disadvantage whilst creating many and varied opportunities for Gunaikurnai people. We are committed to offering employment opportunities to our members and community first.
GLaWAC seeks to become a major employer of the Gunaikurnai people, while also creating more supportive and secure opportunities for Gunaikurnai to work with other organisations.
We offer professional and personal development opportunities such as traineeships and pre-employment programs to develop your skills and training opportunities.
GLaWAC offers its staff monthly cultural activities as well as excellent personal development opportunities. Come and be part of a small team making a big difference for the Aboriginal community people in Gippsland!
