Join Polly Farmer in Geelong as Program Coordinator

 Job Opportunity: Program Coordinator - Follow the Dream (Geelong, Victoria)

Hey champions! The Polly Farmer Foundation is spreading its wings to Geelong, Victoria, and we're on the hunt for an energetic and motivated Program Coordinator to join our stellar team. If you're passionate about education, cultural leadership, and making a real impact, this could be your chance to shine.

About Us:

Follow the Dream (FTD) is a groundbreaking program of the Polly Farmer Foundation, a leading not-for-profit dedicated to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families. With programs in 138 schools across Australia, we're on a mission to support the needs, interests, and aspirations of our incredible community.

The Gig: Program Coordinator

As the Program Coordinator, you'll be the maestro orchestrating the Follow the Dream program at Northern Bay College in Geelong. Reporting to the Program Manager, you'll be the driving force behind student engagement, academic support, and community collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and select students for the Follow the Dream program.
• Case manage and mentor students, monitoring their academic progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents to provide subject advice and career guidance.
• Organize extracurricular activities like camps and excursions.
• Recruit and manage program tutors.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, teachers, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure program compliance with Aboriginal education requirements.

Requirements:

• Formal teaching degree or equivalent qualifications.
• Extensive knowledge of teaching and learning practices, especially for Aboriginal students.
• Experience engaging with and working within Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage physical and financial resources.
• Current Victorian working with children's check and driver's license.

Perks:

• Competitive salary packaging options.
• 12.5 days of personal leave.
• 4 weeks of annual leave.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to kickstart your career with the Polly Farmer Foundation and play a vital role in shaping the next generation of cultural leaders, send your resume and a cover letter to David Wilkinson at david.wilkinson@pff.com.au or give us a buzz at (08) 9443 7260.

Applications close at 12 pm WST on Friday, 24 November 2023. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of something amazing!

Cheers,

The Polly Farmer Foundation Team