An exciting opportunity is available for an Indigenous Knowledge Centre (IKC) Coordinator to join the TSIRC team at Division 11, Poruma Island

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant community?

What we offer:

• Based at Division 11, Poruma Island
• Part time, Fixed term until June 2026
• 20 hours per week - Monday - Friday
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Additional TSIRC gazetted holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Uniforms

About us:

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 ‘outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom.

About the role

As an Indigenous Knowledge Centre (IKC) Coordinator, you will be responsible for high quality customer service achieved through effective delivery of programming and library services and administration of the Indigenous Knowledge Centre (IKC).

Key Tasks:

• Collaborate with Manager Health and Wellbeing/IKC to develop and implement a regular schedule of programs and activities for a diverse range of community members in accordance with community priorities and interests.
• Increase usage of IKC services through the delivery of promotional and membership initiatives.
• Deliver First 5 Forever early year's literacy programs to parents of children 0-5 years and investigate opportunities/adapt the program to make it more culturally relevant.
• Explore ways of using old IKC materials (books etc.) for craft and other projects.
• Produce weekly report and save to ECM regarding the performance of Council's IKC.

What We're Looking For:

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. The ideal candidate will have:

• Mandatory Requirement: must have a current - Working With Children Card (Blue Card) or the ability to obtain is essential before commencement. No Card. No Link. No Start

• Ability to maintain schedules, deliver scheduled programs and monitor their progress.
• Proven capability to create and support productive working relationships within the community that enhances the delivery of the project.
• Active listening skills that show you listen to community needs and can present these to management for implementation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams).

Applying:

To download the position description and to apply for this job go to: https://torstrarc.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6851681.

Please submit:

• A cover letter addressing the Capabilities, Skills, and Experience outlined in the position description, and
• An updated resume.

Applications close: Wednesday, 28 January 2026.

If you think you meet most, but not all, of the criteria we still encourage you to apply or contact us to discuss the role.

For more information:

Contact Mr Niki Mackie on 0457 938 446

TSIRC is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.