First Nations Career Specialist

Employment Type: Full time, max term contract (2-years)

Salary: Competitive salary

Location: Shepparton, VIC

The role is identified (open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants) under the Special Measures provisions (Section 12) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). Cultural knowledge, lived experience and community connection are critical to the success of this role.

Company Description

Munarra Limited is a First Peoples-led centre for learning, committed to delivering culturally responsive programs across education, employment, health, and wellbeing. Based at the Munarra Centre for Regional Excellence on Yorta Yorta Country in Shepparton, we work in partnership with community to create meaningful pathways and opportunities for First Nations peoples.

Role Description

We are seeking a First Nations Careers Specialist to lead a new and innovative approach to First Nations pathways—one that works in partnership with both career seekers and employers to create meaningful, sustainable employment outcomes.

This role is central to designing and delivering a contemporary pathways model that moves beyond traditional programs by actively connecting individual aspirations with employer commitment. You will support First Nations career seekers through personalised, strengths-based career guidance and mentorship, helping individuals identify their goals, build capability, and navigate education, training, and employment opportunities in a culturally safe and supportive environment.

Equally, you will work closely with employers who are committed to advancing First Nations employment, partnering with them to shape inclusive recruitment practices, identify workforce needs, and co-design pathways that lead to long-term career progression rather than short-term placements. You will act as a trusted advisor, helping organisations translate their aspirations into practical, impactful action.

Project design and delivery: You will develop and manage targeted pathways initiatives that align participant goals with employer opportunities. You will track outcomes, adapt approaches, and ensure programs are responsive to both community needs and industry demand.

Relationship-building: You will cultivate partnerships across community, industry, and education and training providers, creating a connected ecosystem that supports First Nations peoples across every stage of their career journey.

Forward-thinking: This role is ideally suited to someone who is passionate about driving systemic change, empowering First Nations peoples, and working collaboratively with organisations to create workplaces where First Nations talent can thrive.

Qualifications

• Strong skills and experience in Career Counselling and Career Development to guide individuals in their professional growth
• Excellent Communication and Customer Service skills for effective interaction with clients and community stakeholders
• Well-developed Analytical Skills to identify individual career needs and craft tailored development strategies
• Knowledge of culturally responsive practices and understanding of First Nations communities is highly desirable
• Proven organisational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities
• Relevant experience, certifications, or a degree in Career Development, Human Resources, Education, or related fields are beneficial

Applications close: Friday 29 May, 2026

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