Our Organisation

NAPCAN has a proud history of achievement.  Co-founded in 1987 by Rosemary Sinclair AO and Christine Stewart, NAPCAN has made a significant contribution to the wellbeing of Australia's children.    

Today NAPCAN has a modern corporate structure as a single national company limited by guarantee.

NAPCAN is governed by a voluntary Board.  The Board operates with the support of its advisory committees, NAPCAN Councils in each state and territory and an extensive network of professionals, practitioners and concerned individuals who all donate their time and expertise to support NAPCAN's mission.

Led by the CEO, Rosanna Martinello, a small team of professional advocacy, policy and program staff are employed across the country.  This dedicated team brings a broad range of expertise and experience to the design and implementation of NAPCAN's strategies for change.

As a charity NAPCAN has both DGR (deductible gift recipient) and PBI (public benevolent institution) status with the Australian Tax Office.

NAPCAN Employment Opportunities

Project Facilitator  -  Play A Part (x 2)

  • Full time
  • Based at Beenleigh
  • Working towards preventing child abuse and neglect

NAPCAN is Australia's leading advocate for the prevention of child abuse and neglect.  It is a national, independent, charitable organisation with a clear purpose - to prevent child abuse before it starts. NAPCAN's primary role is to advocate on behalf of children to bring about the changes necessary in attitudes, behavior, policy and the law to prevent abuse before it happens.

Working as part of a small team the Project Facilitators will be directly involved in  facilitating the implementation of NAPCAN's Play A Part Program, in two local  government areas (Logan and Redland), with a specific focus on the communities of  Beenleigh, Eagleby, Russell and Macleay Islands, Redland Bay and Victoria Point.  

These challenging and rewarding roles will be perfectly suited to motivated individuals with a proven track record in community development and/or community capacity building.  Individuals with experience in working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Depending on your qualifications and experience, and with full utilisation of our salary packaging option, your potential total remuneration package for this role could be up to $61,000 pa.

To be successful in the position of Project Facilitator - Play A Part, will require the following:

  • Relevant degree (e.g. social work / social science / psychology / community development) or equivalent experience in community development and/or community capacity building.
  • Demonstrated skills in community development and community education, preferably within marginalised/ disadvantaged communities
  • Demonstrated interpersonal and written communication skills, including the ability to facilitate community forums, workshops and meetings.
  • Experience in the child and family welfare sector, including demonstrated knowledge of causes and effects of child abuse and neglect and approaches to intervention (e.g. strength-based, capacity building, empowerment and community engagement).
  • Demonstrated ability to establish, develop and maintain positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of team to achieve goals.
  • Sound computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Sound knowledge of and capacity to implement EEO, OH&S policies, the principles of cultural diversity and a commitment to ethical practices.
  • A current Class C Queensland Driver's Licence, with safe driving record.

To apply for this position please email your resume and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the above selection criteria to judith.keller@napcan.org.au by Monday 14 September 2010.

For a copy of the position description and further information please contact Judith Keller, Program Manager - Play A Part, on 07 3846 1888

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and hold a current Blue Card from the Commission for Children Young People and Child Guardian.

NAPCAN is an EEO employer and is committed to principles of cultural diversity.

Annual report

If you are interested in viewing a copy of our 2008/2009 annual report, please download a copy below. 

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