South Australian Housing Trust
Job reference: 848392
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Casual
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The South Australian Housing Trust (Trust) is seeking Expressions of Interest from Aboriginal peoples who are passionate about improving housing outcomes for Aboriginal communities and want to contribute their knowledge, lived experience and leadership to the SAHT Aboriginal Advisory Committee (AAC).
The Trust’s Aboriginal Advisory Committee provides an Aboriginal-led voice to inform and guide the South Australian Housing Trust Board and Management  on housing priorities, policy development and the implementation of the South Australian Aboriginal Housing Strategy 2021–2031.

We are seeking several new committee members to complement the existing membership and ensure strong representation from Aboriginal communities across South Australia.

About the Committee
The AAC plays an important role in:

• Providing advice to the SA Housing Trust Board on Aboriginal housing priorities and challenges
• Supporting implementation of the South Australian Aboriginal Housing Strategy 2021–2031
• Informing social housing and home ownership initiatives
• Contributing to Closing the Gap housing targets and reforms
• Providing Aboriginal-led advice on policy, service design and community engagement
• Strengthening Aboriginal voices in housing decision-making across South Australia

Who We're Looking For
We welcome Expressions of Interest from Aboriginal people with community leadership experience and/or lived experience  or professional expertise, in areas such as:

• Aboriginal housing and community development
• Regional and remote housing issues
• Homelessness and pathways out of homelessness
• Family and domestic violence
• Aboriginal Community Controlled Housing
• Housing asset management and maintenance
• Capital projects, construction and infrastructure
• Home ownership and affordable housing models
• Policy development and advocacy
• Partnership development and community engagement
• Economic participation, empowerment and self-determination initiatives

Previous board or committee experience is welcome but not essential.
We are particularly interested in hearing from people from regional and remote communities and are committed to achieving a diverse committee that reflects the breadth of Aboriginal communities across South Australia.

What You'll Bring
Successful applicants will demonstrate:

• A commitment to improving housing outcomes for all Aboriginal people in South Australia
• Strategic thinking and the ability to contribute to high-level discussions
• Community connections and cultural knowledge
• The ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with other committee members
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and good governance

Time Commitment
The Committee meets quarterly, generally on the second Wednesday of the final month of each quarter (March, June, September and November). Meetings are typically four hours in duration and may be attended in person or via video conferencing.

Members are expected to actively participate in meetings and undertake reasonable preparation beforehand.

Remuneration
Eligible committee members receive remuneration in accordance with Government Board and Committee guidelines, currently:

Committee Member: $177 per four-hour meeting session

Travel and related expenses may be reimbursed in accordance with applicable government guidelines.

How to Apply
To express your interest, please apply before Monday, June 29 at 5pm via the link and include:

• Information about your experience, skills and interest in contributing to Aboriginal housing outcomes in South Australia

The Trust values Aboriginal leadership and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal people from diverse backgrounds, communities and regions across South Australia.

Applications close: 29/06/2026 5:00 PM

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.