Community Engagement and Member Services Officer

About Us 

Arabana Aboriginal Corporation is the Registered Native Title Body Corporate (RNTBC) for the Arabana People, whose Country spans a vast area of South Australia. We look after our culture, land, and waters while also creating opportunities in land management, tourism, business, and caring for Country. 

We’re proud of our strong cultural identity and the role of community leadership. Everything we do is guided by Arabana values and governance. 

Port Augusta isn’t just where we work – it’s where we live, connect, and thrive. 

• Hillsides to harbors – Enjoy scenic coastal views, spectacular sunsets, and endless outdoor recreational activities.  

• Strong community – A friendly town with quality schools, health care, shops, and events. 

• Purposeful work – A chance to make a real difference for community while enjoying the benefits of regional living. 

About the Role 

We’re looking for someone who enjoys meeting people and being part of community life. As our Community Engagement and Member Services Officer, you’ll be the first-person people see when they walk into Arabana House. 

Your main responsibilities will be to: 

• Welcome members and visitors, and answer questions. 

• Support members with applications and updates. 

• Help share news through newsletters, social media, and notices. 

• Assist with planning and running events like meetings, NAIDOC, on-Country camps, and other community gatherings. 

• Support the General Manager and Board with admin tasks (like organising meetings and taking minutes). 

• Build respectful and culturally safe connections with members, Elders, and stakeholders. 

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same – one day you might be helping organise an event, the next you’re supporting a family with their membership application. 

This is a part-time, fixed-term position based at Arabana House in Port Augusta, funded for an initial two-year period. The role requires occasional travel to Adelaide and on Arabana Country to support Board meetings, cultural awareness training, workshops, camps and community events.

The Perks 

• Part-time role with flexible hours.

• Well-kept facilities with open spaces for members to connect. 

• Variety of work including community engagement, customer service, administration, and event support. 

• Career development opportunities and a chance to work closely with Arabana community. 

• A competitive salary package based on your skills and experience, with the added benefit of salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay.

About You 

We’d love to hear from you if you: 

• Have experience in community engagement, administration, and/or customer service. 

• Are confident talking to people and building good relationships. 

• Are organised and able to multitask.

• Have good communication skills, both written and verbal, to share information clearly. 

• Have basic computer skills (Word, Outlook, Excel). 

• Have a current driver’s licence. 

It would also be great (but not essential) if you’ve got: 

• Experience supporting Boards or committees. 

• Experience in event coordination and/or communications/marketing.  

• A Certificate III in Community Services, Business Administration, or similar. 

• Experience supporting Aboriginal communities/organisations. 

How to Apply 

If this sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your application by midnight Friday, 14 August 2026.

For enquiries, please contact Nataline Ross, General Manager, on 0409 611 672 or via email at n.ross@arabana.com.au.

Applications can be submitted through SEEK or by email. Please include:

• A current resume; and

• A cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and how you meet the criteria in the About You section.

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Please note that as part of Arabana Aboriginal Corporation's recruitment process, preferred candidates may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment and screening checks, which may include alcohol and other drug testing, prior to an offer of employment being made.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period. Arabana Aboriginal Corporation reserves the right to close this recruitment early and appoint a suitable candidate prior to the advertised closing date.

Your experience throughout the recruitment process matters to us, and all applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application.