Now Hiring: First Peoples Program Manager (identified position)

The Torch seeks a dynamic First Peoples Program Manager to lead powerful programs that use art to create change in the community justice space. The First Peoples Program Manager is responsible for providing strategic, cultural and operational leadership across the organisation’s First Peoples arts and prisons programs. The role combines program delivery excellence with sector leadership, arts industry engagement, and partnership development, while supporting The Torch’s advocacy, cultural integrity and influence across the arts, community and justice sectors.

The role is permanent full-time, based in Carlton, and is classified under SCHADS award Level 6.

This position is an identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander role and is being advertised under section 12 special measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply. Current driver’s licence, willingness and ability to travel to Victorian correctional facilities and community sites is required.

Download the Position Description.

How to Apply

We are always open to hearing from mob interested in this role. Get in touch with Kymbal McGrath, Operations Manager to have a yarn.

Email: work@thetorch.org.au
Phone: Mobile 0499 806 412 or 03 9042 1236

To apply for the role, contact: Anna Mercer
Email: anna@greenways-group.com.au
Phone: ‭0414 769 582‬

Applications are due by 26 April.

Now Hiring: Social & Emotional Wellbeing Coordinator (Identified Position)

The Torch is proud to announce an inaugural role, the first of its kind within our organisation. We’re seeking a Social & Emotional Wellbeing Coordinator to help shape a new chapter in how we support the wellbeing of our artists, participants, and staff.

This new position has been developed through workshops and consultations with living and lived experience artists and participants, ensuring the role is grounded in real experiences and community voices. The Social & Emotional Wellbeing Coordinator will strengthen The Torch’s culturally safe and community driven approach to social and emotional wellbeing, helping create a safe and healing environment where art, culture, and connection thrive.

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This position is an identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander role and is being advertised under section 12 special measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

How to Apply

Send send your resume and cover letter addressing key duties and responsibilities to Kymbal McGrath, Operations Manager. Get in touch with Kymbal for more information or a confidential chat.

Email: work@thetorch.org.au
Phone: 0499 806 412 or 03 9042 1236

Applications are due by 30 April.

Accepting Applications Year-Round: First Peoples Arts Mentor (formerly titled Indigenous Arts Officer)

Join The Torch’s team of talented First Peoples creatives who deliver our art and cultural programs to In Prison and In Community participants. Our First Peoples Arts Mentors support First Peoples participants to develop their arts and cultural practice both in prison and after release.

This role requires regular travel to Victorian prisons and to metro and regional Victoria to visit participants in community, and scheduled travel to our Melbourne metro office.

Download the Position Description.

This position is an identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander role and is being advertised under section 12 special measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply. Current driver’s licence, willingness and ability to travel to Victorian correctional facilities and community sites is required.

How to Apply

We are always open to hearing from mob interested in this role. Get in touch with Kymbal McGrath, Operations Manager to have a yarn prior to applying.

Email: work@thetorch.org.au
Phone: 0499 806 412 or 03 9042 1236

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