Cultural Coordinator

Join a purpose driven team committed to strengthening Aboriginal cultural integrity across our organisation and the communities we serve. As a Cultural Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the protection, celebration, and continuation of Aboriginal cultures, knowledge systems, and ways of being.

In this role, you will help embed cultural governance, provide cultural guidance to teams and leaders, and foster environments where Aboriginal voices, perspectives, and cultural authority are respected and uplifted. You will work closely with community, Elders, Traditional Owners, and internal & external stakeholders to support culturally grounded programs, build organisational capability, and champion meaningful cultural accountability.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about cultural strength, connected to community, and committed to driving positive change. If you’re ready to contribute to a future where Aboriginal culture is recognised as central to leadership, decision making, and organisational excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Organisational Profile

GEGAC is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation based in Bairnsdale Victoria. Consisting of about 200 staff, GEGAC is a Not-for-Profit organisation that delivers holistic services in the areas of Primary Health, Social Services, Elders & Disability and Early Childhood Education.

GEGAC advocates for the self-determination of the Aboriginal community by prioritising services that enhance social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing, with culture at the heart of everything we do.

Position Purpose

The Cultural Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, delivery, and continuous improvement of culturally safe programs and activities across GEGAC. The role provides cultural leadership within program areas, ensuring services are culturally informed, community-connected, and aligned with GEGAC’s Cultural Framework and Strategic Plan. The position supports staff and programs to embed cultural practice, strengthen connections to community and culture, and deliver services that are respectful, responsive, and culturally safe.

Key Selection Criteria 

·National Police Check

·Working with Children Check

·Compliance with GEGAC Child Safe Standards

Qualifications and Registrations Requirement (Essential or Desirable).

·Identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person    ESSENTIAL

·Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal culture, community, and cultural practices    ESSENTIAL

·Ability to deliver and support culturally appropriate programs and services    ESSENTIAL

·Experience working with Aboriginal communities and stakeholders    ESSENTIAL

·Demonstrated ability to support and guide staff in a team environment    ESSENTIAL

·Strong communication and interpersonal skills    ESSENTIAL

·Ability to organise, coordinate, and prioritise work activities    ESSENTIAL

·Current driver’s licence    ESSENTIAL

·Experience working in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation    DESIRABLE

·Understanding of Aboriginal community services and health environments    DESIRABLE

·Experience in program coordination or community development    DESIRABLE

How to apply for this job

A copy of the position description can be obtained by copying and pasting this URL into your browser:  https://gegac.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-04-Cultural-Coordinator-PD.pdf

A copy of the position description can also be obtained by emailing HR@gegac.org.au.

Applicants must address the key selection criteria for shortlisting.

Any applications that have not addressed the key selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.

Applications can also be emailed to HR@gegac.org.au.

Applications close 5pm Wednesday 6 May 2026

A valid Working with Children Check and Police check is mandatory to work in this organisation.

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