Gippsland Region - Community Engagement Facilitator

26/06/2026

WORK AT VAEAI

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📣 WORK AT VAEAI 📣

Join us in supporting Koorie education initiatives and outcomes. Four positions available based in the Metro area, as well as an opportunity in East Gippsland.

📣Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only:
- Early Years Engagement Facilitator
- Schools Project Officer
- Wurreker Broker: East Gippsland

📣Positions open for all applicants:
- Early Years Workforce Development Officer
- VET Inclusion Project Officer

Applications close: 5pm Wednesday 15th July, 2026.

Read more about the positions and download the position descriptions at https://www.vaeai.org.au/work-with-vaeai

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17/06/2026

Get your nominations in .. date extended!

21/05/2026

Nominate .. if you would like help, reach out.

17/05/2026

Get you nominations in .. see below for more information. Ashleigh EllaRose Dalton was one of our Gippsland based winners last year. So proud of the work she does.

📣WURREKER AWARDS NOMINATIONS📣

Know of a person, employer or training provider doing deadly things post-compulsory education, training and employment for the Koorie community in Victoria?

Nominate them now for 2026 Wurreker Awards. Download the nomination booklet and forms-> https://www.vaeai.org.au/wurreker-awards/

There are 10 award categories. We will celebrate the finalists and winners at the awards ceremony in October.

*Nominations closing 16th June, 2026. Contact your local Wurreker Broker or VAEAI directly if you would like support with your nomination. Details found on our website and in the nominations booklet.

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07/05/2026

ORBOST & SURROUNDS COMMUNITY
LAECG – CHAIRPERSON OPPORTUNITY

Are you passionate about supporting our young people, families and community through education?

The Orbost Local Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (LAECG) is seeking a Community Chairperson to help lead and strengthen local Aboriginal voice in education.

The LAECG is a community-led group connected through Victorian Aboriginal Education Association Incorporated (VAEAI)⁠ and works alongside schools, families, community organisations and government to improve outcomes for Koorie children and young people.

WHAT IS AN LAECG?
Local Aboriginal Education Consultative Groups (LAECGs) are made up of local Aboriginal community members who:
Care about education outcomes for our children and young people.
Want stronger community voice in schools and education settings.
Support cultural safety, inclusion and advocacy.
Bring local knowledge, lived experience and leadership.

There are currently 30 LAECGs across Victoria helping drive educational change and achievement for students and community.

THE ROLE OF CHAIRPERSON
The Chairperson helps:
Lead local LAECG meetings.
Support community voice and decision-making.
Work alongside schools and education providers.
Advocate for Koorie students, families and community.
Strengthen relationships between community and education.

You will be supported every step of the way by VAEAI and me Angela Thorpe Atkinson Chittem. I am your right hand person assisting with administrative support and everything you may need.

WHO CAN APPLY?
Membership is open to local Aboriginal community members with an interest in Koorie education and community outcomes.
You do not need formal qualifications, just passion, commitment and community spirit.

IMPORTANT TO KNOW
✔ Voluntary community leadership role
✔ Some meetings attract sitting fees
✔ Flexible shared leadership/co-chair options can be explored
✔ Training and support are available through VAEAI

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST
For a yarn or more information, please contact:
Angela Chittem
Community Engagement Facilitator
0458 949 512 or [email protected]

“Strong Community Voice Creates Stronger Outcomes For Our Kids.”