First Nations Cultural Delivery Specialist

Goodstart Corporate•San Francisco, CA

19h

About The Position

This is an identified role dedicated to enhancing cultural responsiveness across Goodstart. The First Nations Cultural Delivery Specialist will design, coordinate and deliver a suite of cultural learning programs aligned to Goodstart’s First Nations Employment Strategy. You will lead the annual planning and delivery of these programs, including developing resources and content, facilitating learning sessions, engaging participants, and working closely with internal and external stakeholders—including Elders and community partners. Your work will help strengthen cultural capability, deepen understanding, and embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into everyday practice across Goodstart.

Requirements

You are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (identified position).
Strong First Nations cultural knowledge and the ability to share this respectfully and confidently.
3–5 years’ experience in project coordination, program delivery or administration.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including community engagement.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt style for different audiences.
High-level organisation, time management and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively, manage competing deadlines and maintain cultural integrity in all program activities.
Current QLD Working with Children Check

Nice To Haves

Tertiary qualifications in Indigenous Studies, Human Resources (Learning & Development), Early Childhood Education, or equivalent experience (desired).

Responsibilities

Lead and project manage the implementation of Goodstart’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Learning Programs.
Continuously refine and enhance program content based on feedback and cultural insights.
Plan the annual delivery schedule, manage communications, and coordinate program logistics.
Facilitate cultural learning sessions and promote strong participant engagement.
Engage local Elders and communities to ensure programs reflect local cultural context.
Contribute cultural expertise to the First Nations Employment Strategy and related diversity initiatives.
Manage reporting, evaluation, documentation and program budgets to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
Partner with Cultural Liaisons and State Leadership Teams to develop and deliver annual cultural connection activities.
Provide cultural expertise and insights to the First Nations Voices group.
Generate creative cultural learning ideas to deepen cultural understanding for leaders and teams.
Support shared inbox management, intranet updates and resource organisation.
Develop administrative systems and processes that support the effective operation of the First Nations team.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements giving you choice about when and how work will be done in order to better manage your work and non-work needs
Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging benefits which reduce your taxable income to increase take home pay
Access to discounted childcare (up to 15%)
Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
Discounted health care and access to employee wellbeing program with BUPA
Exclusive discounts on travel, gym memberships, Apple and Dell products, and more.
Free annual flu shot (optional)
Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
Work for a company that has an aspiration to be globally recognised for early years practice and learning outcomes
Gain significant investment in your growth and development with support, tools, training and experiences that will truly enhance the progress and outcomes for children in their earliest years.