Are you passionate about social justice and supporting First Nations peoples? Join Our Team! 2-Year Fixed-Term, Full-Time Role Sydney/ Hybrid.
About Mob Strong Debt Help
Since 2018, Financial Rights has been proudly operating Mob Strong Debt Help (“Mob Strong”). Mob Strong is a free nationwide legal advice and financial counselling program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We specialise in helping individuals manage debts from consumer loans (such as credit cards, pay day loans and car loans), banking, debt recovery and insurance (including car, home, travel, life and funeral) in a culturally safe manner. Our advocacy work aims to reform laws, systems and practices to promote financial well-being within the community.
About Financial Rights Legal Centre
Financial Rights Legal Centre (Financial Rights) is a community based legal centre in Surry Hills specialising in financial services, particularly credit, banking, insurance and debt.
The role
As the Mob Strong Community Engagement and Project Officer, you will play a pivotal role in the successful implementation of the Youpla Financial Counselling program. This program forms a critical part of the Enduring Resolution delivered through Service Australia, aimed at supporting individuals affected by the ACBF/Youpla collapse. Your role includes facilitating cultural connections between First Nations clients and non-identified staff. Additionally, offering project support to ensure culturally safe, reliable financial counselling services. For further details on the role please see the job description.
This employment opportunity is identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island peoples. Being an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational qualification required to undertake this role under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
Rewards and Benefits
- Join a highly engaged team
- $73,700-$82,900 plus 12% superannuation + Salary Sacrifice (up to $15,900 for tax free benefits)
- 4 weeks annual leave plus 7 days additional gifted leave
- Flexible working: Work life balance is important to us; 7 hour work days and a hybrid working model
- We offer a place where you know you are contributing to an organisation committed to helping others. We are passionate about social justice
- Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service
We seek someone who:
- Is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage and is recognised as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community
- Has experience working in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
- Is passionate about improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
- Possesses Strong Communication skills, ability to work with diverse set of internal and external stakeholders
- Has strong attention to detail and is comfortable working with Microsoft Excel
- Is Committed to Continuous Improvement. Actively identifies and implements process enhancements. Committed to delivering high quality results
- Experience in or knowledge of the financial counselling or legal assistance sector would be an advantage but not essential
- Complies with Public Health Requirements, COVID vaccination in accordance with NSW public health orders
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Now!
This role is an identified position where Aboriginal identity is an essential requirement of the job, along with cultural association with one or more Aboriginal communities. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience outlined above, Click apply now and upload your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability to the role.
If you have any questions, please email jobs@financialrights.org.au
