Administrative Assistants (Administration & Office Support) Are you a First Nation's professional with a passion for supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages? We have an exciting opportunity for you!ABOUT THE COMPANY First Languages Australia (FLA) is the national peak body dedicated to strengthening all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages. We connect language communities across the country and empower them with resources, skills, and knowledge to preserve and revive their languages. Our goal is a future where all Indigenous language communities have full control over their languages and can use them according to their preference.ABOUT THE ROLE FLA are seeking a highly organised and motivated Program Coordinator to implement and oversee the Priority Languages Support Project and Young Champions Program. This role involves working with community groups, managing small funding initiatives, and mentoring young people in the language space. If you're passionate about supporting community-led projects and have strong project management skills.As the Program Coordinator, you will:Oversee the end to end coordination of the Priority Languages Support Project and Young Champions program including advertising Expressions of Interests (EOI), discuss the application process, and prepare summaries or reports.Prepare project budgets and monitor performance against the budget.Writing language plans and completing service agreement documents.Provide regular updates to management on project developments and ensure the language programs are supported and on track.Coordinate the 'Young Champions' program, mentor young people in the language sector, organising online sessions, and facilitating youth forums.Arrange attendance for participants at state or national events and coordinate facilitators for project activities.ABOUT YOU You have an exciting history of working in an administrative or project coordination focused role. You possess highly developed organisational and project management skills to manage multiple tasks, balance resources, and prioritise competing demands.Our successful candidate will have:Experience working with, and engaging, urban, regional, and remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.Tertiary qualifications in business, administration, events management or equivalent professional experience (minimum 3 years' experience).Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with diverse stakeholders.Strong organisational abilities, ensuring that all tasks and events are planned and executed efficiently.Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, with a solid understanding of managing data, financials, and records.Confidence in your expertise and decision-making.A self-starter and go-getter attitude, thriving in environments where you can take initiative and drive projects forward.A love for being part of a close-knit and collaborative team, working together to achieve common goals.Previous experience in event management and administration, enabling you to coordinate and manage large-scale projects with precision. Sound judgement and attention to detail.WHAT'S ON OFFER Enjoy the ultimate work-life balance working from the comfort of your own home.Receive a competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills.Contribute to the vital mission of strengthening Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and preserving their rich languages.Be part of a supportive, innovative, and inclusive team that deeply values diversity and celebrates culture.Work with a national organisation and gain insights into the diverse and vibrant activities within communities across the country.Unlock exciting career and networking opportunities.Want to know more? If this role excites you, don't hesitate—click APPLY now! Share your enthusiasm with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and include your resume.*This position is an Identified position: to perform this role, the person must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. It is a genuine occupational requirement under section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) that applicants identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Your application will include the following questions:How many years' experience do you have in event management?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have as a program coordinator?Do you have experience in administration? #J-18808-Ljbffr