Manager Child and Youth Engagement

Location: Kowanyama
Type of Vacancy: Full-time, Maximum Term Contract
Application Close Date: 5:00pm Monday 20th October 2025

Position Description

Based in Kowanyama, this full-time role offers the opportunity to lead and deliver engaging programs for children and youth, aligned with Council’s vision of a healthy, safe, and connected community. The Manager Child and Youth Engagement will oversee sport, recreation, playgroup, and youth hub initiatives, while supporting a dedicated team and fostering partnerships with local services. Subsidised housing, relocation assistance, and generous leave entitlements are included in this rewarding opportunity to make a real impact.

How to Apply

All applications are to be submitted via SEEK: Manager Child and Youth Engagement – SEEK

Application Close Date: 5:00pm Monday 20th October 2025

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Executive Manager Community Services

Location: Kowanyama
Type of Vacancy: Full-time, Maximum Term Contract
Application Close Date: 5:00pm Monday 20th October 2025

Position Description

Based in Kowanyam, this full-time executive leadership role is responsible for overseeing a broad portfolio of community services including aged care, child care, sport and recreation, women’s services, Centrelink, and the Post Office. The Executive Manager Community Services will lead strategic planning, service delivery, and community engagement to enhance wellbeing and support Council’s long-term goals. With subsidised housing, relocation assistance, and generous leave entitlements, this is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in a remote community.

How to Apply

All applications are to be submitted via SEEK: Executive Manager Community Services – SEEK

Application Close Date: 5:00pm Monday 20th October 2025

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Manager Essential Services

Location: Kowanyama
Type of Vacancy: Full-time, Maximum Term Contract
Application Close Date: 5:00pm Sunday 26th October 2025

Position Description

Based in Kowanyama, this full-time leadership role is responsible for overseeing the delivery of essential services including water, sewerage, waste, and recreational facilities across the community. The Manager Essential Services will supervise staff and contractors, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and support infrastructure maintenance aligned with Council’s strategic goals. This is a unique opportunity to live and work in a remote Aboriginal community, with subsidised housing, relocation assistance, and generous leave entitlements provided.

How to Apply

All applications are to be sumbitted via SEEK: Manager Essential Services – SEEK

Application Close Date: 5:00pm Sunday 26th October 2025

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Grounds Person

Location: Kowanyama
Type of Vacancy: Temporary, Casual
Application Close Date: 5:00pm Friday 24th October 2025

Position Description

Join the Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council as a Grounds Person and play a vital role in maintaining the beauty and functionality of our community spaces. You’ll contribute to the wellbeing of the Kowanyama community by ensuring our grounds and facilities are clean, safe, and welcoming.

How to Apply

Don’t miss the opportunity to join Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council and make a positive difference!

All applications are to be submitted to RISE. If you are not a current RISE participant, your application must still be submitted to RISE at their Office in Kowanyama. For more information contact RISE at 07 4081 6840 or visit their office at Corner of Chapman Road and Uwelkoril Street.

More info Grounds Person – EH

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.