• Culturally safe, respectful, and responsive orgasnaition 
• Support deepening relations in communities and with young people
• Providing cultural guidance, facilitating engagement, and promoting self-determination

Identify as female and a member of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. Anglicare Victoria considers that being Aboriginal or a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under sub-s 26(3) or s 28 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

Your role as Cultural Engagement Lead:

This role leads programs run by the Buldau Yioohgen program, (meaning Big Dreams in the Woiwurrung language), that facilitates and supports young First Peoples across Victoria, to realise their full potential through cultural activities, education, and training, with exposure to several career pathways supported by our partner organisations.

Leading, developing and managing our these strong partnerships with organsaitions such as Tennis Australia, Tennis Victoria, Fire Rescue Victoria, Victoria Police, ANZ, North Melbourne Football Club, is also a big part of this role,

The role is also hugely important in supporting leaders and staff in some of our other programs, like Out of Home Care, to ensure that we work effectively, respectfully and sensitively with First Peoples children, young people, families and communities.

How you will make your mark with us:

• Identify as female and a member of the First People community. Anglicare Victoria considers that being Aboriginal or a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under sub-s 26(3) or s 28 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).
• Lead, manage and develop our fantastic partnerships with organisations such as Tennis Australia, Tennis Victoria, Fire Rescue Victoria, Victoria Police, ANZ, North Melbourne Football Club
• Use Knowledge and/or existing relationships with local and regional First People services to further develop partnerships and capacity
• Use cultural knowledge to help proactively develop AV’s capacity to work effectively, respectfully and sensitively with First Peoples
• Attend First People meetings.

What makes this such a great role for you:

• A full time, permanent position.
• Salary starts at $110,107
• Salary packaging is available up to $15,900 plus an entertainment card.
• SCHADS award level 6.
• Negotiable through the increments dependent upon experience.
• We take the Health and Wellbeing of our people seriously offering a Well Worth It! Program, Fitness Passport, EIP and EAP.
• Access to discounted health insurance as well!
• Great leave options including paid first peoples leave and public holiday substitution
• Our people are our biggest asset, we will support you to progress your career with a dedicated L&D team.
• We have a Rainbow tick and DCA accreditation, so our inclusive culture is not only demonstrated but also recognised.

What our people say- “I feel really supported - probably the most supported I’ve ever felt in a workplace. This job can be really difficult, so if you’re supported, that’s half the battle for me. Knowing it's there means I can go out and do the work.”

Ready to take the next step:

You can download the detailed Position Description here:  Cultural Engagement Lead PD STR E AW6 06102025 V1.1.pdf

The next bit is easy, click apply wherever you see the advert to be taken to our application portal where you will need to create an account. Submit your resume with a cover letter that describes your interest in working as a Cultural Engagement Lead with particular emphasis on your passion for working with First People youth.

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement.

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges First People as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.