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STEM University Scholarship 

 The New South Wales Aboriginal Education Consultative Group Inc. (NSW AECG Inc.) in conjunction with John Holland present the STEM (Science, Technolody, Engineering and Mathematics) University Scholarship for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander students.

These Scholarships are available annually to two University students, either new and/or continuing, students. These scholarships provide each successful applicant with $15,000, and where applicable scholarship winners will be offered casual, ongoing paid work experience on a JH project or corporate office while they complete their university studies.
If you’re interested in applying, please submit an application via the attached google form link: https://forms.gle/zVFam7QE2NA6WTqp8
Application closing date is Friday 17th March 2023. Please submit prior to this date.
Submissions post Friday 17th March 2023 will not be accepted.

 

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Positions Available – Wiradjuri Language and Culture Nest Educator

The NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group Inc. (NSW AECG) is seeking Expression of Interest (EOI) for an Aboriginal Language and Culture Nest Educator to deliver Wiradjuri Language and Culture lessons in schools in the Language & Culture Nest ‘Footprint’ area.

Position: Wiradjuri Language Educator
Location: Dubbo, NSW.
Hours per week: Minimum of three (3) hours per week. The days on which you will work will be negotiated with NSW AECG Inc. any additional hours will be negotiated with the school.

The Aboriginal Language Educator will work in collaboration with the NSW AECG Project Officer and the NSW DoE Aboriginal Languages and Culture Officer and the local reference groups or Language Councils.

To apply for this position:

  1.  Write an Expression of Interest of no more than 2 pages, outlining your background, skills and experiences in relation to the requirement of the position as above.
  2. Include the names and phone numbers of 2 referees.
  3. Forward your application to Michael Donovan. 

Expression of interest application must be received by COB Wednesday 22nd February 2023. EOI applications will not be received after this date.

For any further information, please contact:
Michael Donovan
Project Officer, Wiradjuri Language and Culture Nest AECG
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Positions Available – Paakantji Project Officer

The NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group Inc. (NSW AECG) is seeking Expression of Interest (EOI) for an Aboriginal Language and Culture Nest Project Officer for the Paakantji Language and Culture Nest.

Position: Project Officer
Location: Broken Hill, NSW.

The Project Officer position will work on programs that will progress the teaching and learning across the Paakantji Nest. The position will be based in the AECG Office in Broken Hill and work across the Paakantji Language footprint. 

For further information, please contact:
Connie Ah See
Manager, NSW AECG Inc, Aboriginal Languages and Culture Nest
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Expression of interest application must be received by COB Friday 10th February 2023. EOI applications will not be received after this date.

 

Positions Available: Project Officer: Student Support – Camps

The NSW AECG is looking for a highly motivated well organised person to join our team. If you believe this is your then we’d love to hear from you.

Position: Project Officer: Student support – Camps
Location:NSW AECG Inc. Secretariat 37 Cavendish Street Stanmore NSW.
Salary: Remuneration package valued up to $81,000 based on demonstrated and      proven experience includes employers’ contribution to superannuation.
Employment:A two-year contract will be offered to the successful applicant with the possibility of an extension.

Please forward your expression of interest addressing all of the Position Criteria along with your resume to:

NSW AECG
37 Cavendish Street, STANMORE NSW 2048
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Expression of interest application must be received by COB Monday 5th December 2022.
EOI applications will not be received after this date.

Expression of Interest – Pirru Thangkuray Project Officers

The NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group Inc. (NSW AECG) is seeking expressions of interest for a Project Officer to join the Pirru Thangkuray team, with the aim to meet the Premiers Priority: to Increase the proportion of Aboriginal students attaining year 12 by 50% by 2023, while maintaining their cultural identity.

Type of Employment: Full time – 35 hours per week
Annual Salary: $72,800 Gross plus Superannuation
Locations: Dubbo, Tuggerah Lakes, South Coast

For further information please contact: Troy Freeburn, Program Manager  ">
Applications Due Friday November 4th strictly before COB

PT EOI Dubbo
PT EOI South Coast
PT EOI Tuggerah Lakes

2022 NSW CAPO Community Engagement Report

The New South Wales Closing the Gap Community Engagement Report has been released.

Education features on pages 38 to 44 covering CTG Socio-Economic Outcomes:
3. Early childhood education is high quality and culturally appropriate
5. Students achieve their full learning potential
6. Students reach further education pathways
7. Youth are engaged in education or employment

 

Further community consultations will be done:
31 Oct- 3 Nov: Grafton, Coffs Harbour, Casino, Lismore, Ballina
1-4 Nov: Kempsey, Taree, Forster, Port Macquarie
8-11 Nov: Armidale, Muswellbrook, Gunnedah, Tamworth
8-11 Nov: Inverell, Narrabri, Coonabarabran
15-18 Nov: Bathurst, Parkes, Condobolin, Cobar, Dubbo
22-25 Nov: Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Deniliquin, Albury
22-25 Nov: Bourke, Brewarrina, Walgett, Moree
29 Nov- 2 Dec: Bega, Bateman’s Bay, Queanbeyan, Nowra

For more information and to be involved please contact Bianca Ella
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2022 NSW-CAPO-Community-Engagement-Report

The Australia Wars – Documentary Resource Pack

Rachel Perkins journeys across the country to explore the bloody battles fought on Australian soil and the war that established the Australian nation, seeking to change the narrative of the nation.

To help explain the Frontier Wars to our kids, NSW AECG has collated a one sheet of information surrounding this part of our history to keep the discussions going after watching.

The Australia Wars premier’s Wednesday 21st September on SBS and NITV at 7:30pm AEST

https://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/tv-series/the-australian-wars 

Frontier Wars (A4 Document)

Expressions of Interest – Girls Academy (Program Manager)

Is a new opportunity awaiting you? 

The NSW AECG is looking for a highly motivated well organised person to join our team. If you believe this is your then we’d love to hear from you. 

Position: Girls Academy – Program Manager

Location: NSW AECG Inc. Secretariat 37 Cavendish Street Stanmore NSW or by negotiation                           

Salary: Remuneration package valued up to $125,00 based on demonstrated and proven experience includes employers’ contribution to superannuation. 

Employment: A two-year contract will be offered to the successful applicant

Please forward your expression of interest addressing all of the Position Criteria along with your resume to:

Trish Daniel
Relieving Executive Assistant to Catherine Trindall,
President of NSW AECG Inc. NSW AECG
37 Cavendish Street
STANMORE NSW 2048
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Expression of interest application must be received by COB Friday 23 September 2022. EOI applications will not be received after this date.

Expressions of Interest – Focused Programs Manager

Is this the Job for you? 

The NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group Inc. (NSW AECG) is looking for a highly motived well organised person to join our team. If you believe this is you then we’d love to hear from you. 

Position: NSW AECG Focused Programs Manager 

Location: Stanmore, (Preferred) Sydney NSW 2048– or by negotiation 

Salary: Remuneration package valued up to $100,000 per annum based on demonstrated and proven experience. Includes employer’s contribution to superannuation. 

Employment: A two-year contract will be offered (initially on a part time basis) to the successful candidate, with the possibility of an extension. 

Please forward your expression of interest which addresses all the position criteria along with your resume to: 

Trish Daniel Executive Assistant (R) NSW AECG Inc. 37 Cavendish Street, Stanmore NSW 2048 E: ">  

By: COB – Friday 23 September 2022

Expressions of Interest – Transurban WestConnex STEAM Camp

The New South Wales Aboriginal Education Consultative Group Inc. (NSW AECG Inc.) in conjunction with Transurban|Westconnex will be conducting a STEAM Youth Development Camp for Aboriginal students. To commence the process the NSW AECG Inc. is calling for Expressions of Interest from schools with Aboriginal students in the nominated years. The camp will run over two different dates; the first for Years 5 & 6 (21st to 23rd November) and the second for Years 7 to 11 (28th to 30th November). 

The camp will contribute to creating the generational change required for students to achieve better outcomes at school and access post-school learning and employment pathways, in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. Camps such as these assist in opening up careers of the future for Aboriginal students.

The NSW AECG Inc. is committed and actively involved in supporting and raising the academic achievement of Aboriginal students. We aim to empower students to be active learners in their education and training by providing opportunities to develop skills in leadership roles within their schools and communities. This camp will look at opportunities that can inspire and motivate students who may be thinking of a career in STEAM or who simply want to challenge themselves.

Schools or Parents/Caregivers need to be completed Expressions of Interest (EOI) on behalf of students to attend the camp. EOIs is to be completed through a google forms process using the following link:

Years 5 & 6
Years 7 to 11

EOIs must be received by COB, Thursday 20th October 2022. EOIs will not be received after this date.

The maximum applications per school is 10. Schools near the WestConnex motorway, Sydney are encouraged to apply and will be given priority to attend the camp.
For more information, please contact Camps at the NSW AECG Secretariat on (02) 9550 5666 or
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Acknowledgement of Country

The NSW AECG Inc. acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Owners of this nation. We also acknowledge past, present and emerging Elders  and the continuation and celebration of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Please note: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should also be aware that this website may contain images or names of people who have passed away.