POSITION LOCATION: 235 Victoria Street, Cardwell, Queensland

PART-TIME: 22 hours/week

HOURLY RATE:  $30 - $38 / hour (fixed-term contract until 31 August 2026) plus super + salary sacrifice available). The position is subject to a three (3) month probationary period and performance review.

• The position is reliant on the availability of ongoing funding and organisational financial capacity.
• Girringun Aboriginal Corporation (GAC) is a not-for-profit community-based organisation:

CORPORATE VISION: Strong Aboriginal people, strong Culture, strong Country CORPORATE MISSION: To provide sustainable outcomes for the enhancement of social, cultural, spiritual, environmental and economic well-being for the benefit of Aboriginal people of the Girringun region through strong leadership, direction and strategic partnerships About Girringun Aboriginal Corporation

Girringun Aboriginal Corporation is a community-controlled organisation representing Traditional Owner groups in the Girringun Region. The organisation works to protect, promote, and manage cultural heritage, land and sea country, and to support strong, healthy, and resilient communities.

Position Summary

The Events Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering Girringun Aboriginal Corporation’s upcoming major celebration and milestone events being the Girringun 30 Year Celebration event and the Opening Ceremony for the Girringun Ranger Base at Dungeness.

The role focuses on organising large-scale, high-profile cultural and community celebrations that recognise important achievements, anniversaries, and milestones. The position ensures events are culturallyrespectful, well-managed, safe, and memorable for community members, partners, and stakeholders.

This role works closely with Traditional Owners, Elders, staff, and partners to showcase Girringun’s history, culture, and future.

Selection Criteria 

When applying, please give examples that show you can:

1. Event Planning and Delivery
   Describe your experience planning and delivering community or large events, including your role and outcomes.
2. Organisation, Timelines, and Budgets
   Explain how you manage event plans, schedules, and budgets to meet deadlines.
3. Cultural and Community Engagement
   Describe how you work respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Traditional Owners, Elders, and community groups.
4. Logistics, Coordination, and Safety
   Provide an example of how you coordinate venues, suppliers, staff, volunteers, and contractors, while following health and safety requirements.
5. Communication and Promotion
   Tell us about your experience promoting events through social media, media, or other communication channels.
6. Financial and Partnership Management
   Explain your experience managing budgets, tracking expenses, and working with partners, sponsors, or funders.
7. Problem-Solving and Flexibility
   Give an example of how you handled a challenge during an event and your ability to work flexible hours and travel when required.

See the position description attached below for further information about this role.