An exciting opportunity is available for an Indigenous Knowledge Centre (IKC) Coordinator to join the TSIRC team at Division 4, Mabuiag Island

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

What we offer:

• Based at Division 4, Mabuiag Island
• Part time, Fixed term until 30.6.2026
• 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

Do you love working with community, culture, and creativity? We're seeking an enthusiastic IKC Coordinator to lead and grow our Indigenous Knowledge Centre as a welcoming hub for learning, literacy, and cultural preservation.

You will deliver engaging programs, support members, preserve local knowledge, and manage the day-to-day operations of the IKC (20 hours per week). Working closely with the Manager Health and Wellbeing/IKC, you will ensure services reflect community priorities and interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver community programs, including First 5 Forever (0-5 years literacy).

• Promote IKC services and increase membership and participation.

• Support digitisation of local photographs and historical materials.

• Improve access for Elders, young people, and carers through outreach initiatives.

• Manage lending, administration, and weekly reporting.

What We're Looking For

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. Someone organised, community-minded, culturally respectful, and passionate about supporting lifelong learning.

Make a real difference - apply now and help strengthen your community through knowledge and connection.

. The ideal candidate will have:

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

Candidates will need to download the Position Description and submit a cover letter and an updated resume addressing how your knowledge, skills, experience, qualifications and personal attributes are most relevant to the position by Wednesday, 4 March 2026.

For more information:

Contact Saintie Joe on 0437 689 622.

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