Department of Human Services
Job reference: 847390
Location: 5700 - PORT AUGUSTA
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

Community and Aboriginal Partnerships

Our Community and Aboriginal Partnerships Division helps to build community safety and wellbeing by providing support and services to children, young people and families, including those involved with the youth justice system, remote Aboriginal communities, and people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The division also supports DHS's Closing the Gap commitments.

• Be part of a department that prioritises integrity, equity, and community wellbeing
• Flexible working arrangements available
• Positively impacting Aboriginal children and family lives

The Aboriginal Engagement and Program Officer is a role within Community and Aboriginal Partnerships and is accountable to the Executive Officer - Port Augusta Region Community Safety and Wellbeing for:
working collaboratively with services and communities on planning, developing and implementing community development responses to improve outcomes for Aboriginal clients and communities in Port Augusta
providing project management, stakeholder engagement and procurement support with local Aboriginal community groups and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) for Port Augusta place-based initiatives, including progressing strategies of the Port Augusta and Davenport Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan
supporting the implementation, monitoring and review of new programs funded through the Port Augusta and Davenport Community Alliance (Alliance Group).

Only people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent may apply (pursuant to Section 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984).
National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C).

ASO6 - Administrative Services Officer

$102,171-$108,071

Term up to twelve (12) months

Emily Butler
Phone: 0477 013 712
Email: emily.butler2@sa.gov.au

Diversity and Inclusion

DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.

Applications close: 20/06/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Role Description - Aboriginal Engagement and Program Officer - ASO6.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.