Job Description
AMPARO Advocacy is a non-profit community organisation that undertakes independent individual and systemic advocacy with, and on behalf of, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds with disability.
We are seeking a person with a strong commitment to human rights and social justice principles who has extensive experience in working alongside people with disability, including an understanding of best practice approaches that support the inclusion of people with disability in family and community life.
About the Opportunity
We are recruiting for an ILC Coordinator to deliver the intended outcomes of the project which will build the leadership, knowledge and skills of people from CALD backgrounds with disability to understand and exercise their rights.
Key Responsibilities:
* Implement and report on the approved detailed Activity Work Plan.
* Assist and monitor the development and implementation of culturally appropriate communication and engagement plans for each region.
* Lead and support staff in all regions to deliver culturally appropriate information and capacity building activities in line with the Activity Work Plan.
* Engage with the Centre for Impact and Change to establish and implement evaluation processes.
* Implement and monitor the annual budget for this Project, with the support of the CEO.
Selection Criteria:
1. Demonstrated commitment to the values and principles that uphold the human rights and interests of people with disability from CALD backgrounds.
2. Experience in leading, training, and supporting a team to provide information and deliver capacity building activities to people with disability and their families.
3. Ability to work under limited supervision, establish priorities and meet reporting requirements for funding bodies.
4. Proficiency in IT systems and reporting software.
5. Relevant degree in Social Sciences / Social Work/ Human Services or equivalent and significant experience (3 years or more) working with people with disability.