Activities Coordinator - Remote Arnhem Land

About the role

Randstad, partnering with ALPA, the NT's Aboriginal-owned corporation, is recruiting a warm, creative and engaging coordinator for a full-time, permanent residential position in an isolated Aboriginal community in Arnhem Land. The role leads hands-on workshops in crafts, textiles and food preparation, mentors local supervisors and builds capacity through skill-sharing, while living and working respectfully within Yolŋu culture.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and create hands-on workshops in crafts, textiles (sewing, screen printing, dyeing), weaving or basic food preparation, and curate an inviting environment for participation.
• Work alongside local Yolŋu Supervisors and participants, sharing practical skills to improve employability and confidence.
• Manage craft room logistics, track inventory, order supplies and keep the space safe and welcoming.
• Support community-led initiatives that celebrate cultural heritage, generate social innovation and promote health and wellbeing.
• Maintain clean, safe sites, tools and assets, and lead daily site safety, briefings and hazard reporting.
• Build strong relationships with the community and Elders.
• Complete accurate weekly reporting and KPI tracking.

Required profile

• Practical experience in arts, crafts, textiles, cooking or community-based creative projects.
• A warm, encouraging approach to mentoring and building confidence.
• High-level cultural awareness and adaptability to live and work respectfully in a remote Aboriginal community.
• Proven ability to engage participants in resource-limited settings through hands-on leadership.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills and an understanding of KPIs and reporting outcomes.
• Unrestricted manual driver's licence (mandatory).

Required certifications

• NT Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card)
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain it)

What we offer

• 14% superannuation and 7 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading.
• Fully subsidised accommodation with electricity and utilities paid.
• NFP salary packaging up to $15,900.
• Two free return flights to Darwin per year and a monthly telephone allowance.
• Relocation support from anywhere in Australia.