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First Nations Social Program & Communications Associate (Identified)

Make an impact in a role that blends community programs, communications, events and purpose‑driven work. 

We’re looking for an Associate, Social Programs & Communications (Identified) — someone who is organised, creative and community‑minded. You might think of yourself as a social impact all‑rounder who brings energy, care and practical coordination support to meaningful work.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both communications and events, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to grow their skills while contributing to community‑led futures.

In this role, you'll assist with coordinating programs, events and communications that uplift First Nations communities.  Your work will help keep programs running smoothly and ensure our stories, activities and impact are shared clearly and respectfully.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll build confidence in program delivery, community engagement, communications and how an Aboriginal‑led organisation operates. 

Byron Bay, with Sydney or Perth considered

Full-Time - Ongoing

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Gurminder Saro

Interim Chair

Associate Professor Rick Macourt is a proud, queer Gumbaynggirr man, lawyer, and economic specialist. He leads First Nations Economics as Managing Director of Strategy and Foundation and serves as Associate Dean of First Nations Strategy and Services at the University of Sydney.

With over 15 years of experience spanning government, corporate, and not-for-profit sectors, Rick is deeply committed to advancing the economic development of First Peoples. As the former Director of First Nations Expenditure and Outcomes at NSW Treasury, he spearheaded the state’s inaugural Indigenous expenditure reporting processes and established the groundbreaking First Nations budget process in 2021/22. Previously, Rick held an executive role at the Westpac Group, overseeing First Nations affairs, and has a rich history in government, monitoring, evaluation, and negotiation, with senior positions at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, City of Sydney, and Standards Australia.

Rick is a published author with Oxford University Press, a member of the First Nations Advisory Board of Siemens Australia, and a Non-Executive Director on the board of Barnardos Australia.