Craig Charles Craigie
TOORMINA,NSW
Summary
Craig is a proud Gomilaroi and Wangkamahdla descendant who has an extensive 42 years of working experience in both the NSW state and federal government and key Aboriginal bodies such as the Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Commission (ATSIC) and NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC).
Craig is a motivated professional offering exceptional skills in community engagement, facilitation mentoring and leadership.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Network Capacity Development Officer (Grade 9/10)
New South Wales Aboriginal Lands Council (NSWALC)
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Provide assistance to Local Aboriginal Land Councils within the Northern Zone in; in collaboration with other business units, assess training requirements of the LALC network work in collaboration with Zones and other Business Units to design and develop training for LALCs; monitor the implementation of the Board member training Database; establishing effective policies, procedural practices, reporting and internal controls to enable the LALC to operate efficiently and effectively; develop and implement a LALC Capacity Development Plan and Supplement to identify and address the training needs of LALCs
Lead Network Capacity Development Officer (Grade 9/10)
New South Wales Aboriginal Lands Council (NSWALC)
07.2017 - 01.2024
- Provide assistance to Local Aboriginal Land Councils within the Network; in collaboration with other business units, assess training requirements of the LALC Network work in collaboration with Zones and other Business Units to design and develop training for LALCs; monitor the implementation of the Board member training Database; establishing effective policies, procedural practices, reporting and internal controls to enable the LALC to operate efficiently and effectively; develop and implement a LALC Capacity Development Plan and Supplement to identify and address the training needs of LALCs
Acting Manager, NSU
New South Wales Aboriginal Lands Council (NSWALC)
02.2021 - 06.2023
- As the Manager, provide ongoing leadership and support to the Team in; Ongoing development and maintenance of a comprehensive system and related procedures to collect, collate and provide data which verifies and monitors the financial and compliance performance of LALCs for reporting, to the Minister of Aboriginal Affairs, NSWALC Council, CEO, Executive Directors and Zone Directors
- Interact closely with Finance, the Zone Office staff and other Business Units providing a support service which facilitates the preparation of clear and detailed reports which will underscore the Executive decision-making process and provide training to Zone staff whenever needed
- Provide timely advice and support to NSWALC Council, CEO, Executive Directors and Zone Directors on decisions and/or impending changes in legislation or business matters that could affect the LALC Network
- Actively participate in high level discussions and forums that may impact upon NSWALC and or the LALC Network
- Lead periodical reviews on policies, procedures and practices that may impact NSWALC’s statutory obligations and the LALC Network’s funding, compliance and reporting requirements.
Senior LALC Support Officer (Grade 9/10) & Acting Operations Manager (6 months – 2014)
New South Wales Aboriginal Lands Council (NSWALC)
02.2006 - 06.2017
- Provide assistance to Local Aboriginal Land Councils within the Northern Zone in; establishing effective policies, procedural practices, reporting and internal controls to enable the LALC to operate efficiently and effectively; to assist in provision of timely status reports and advice, as required, on LALC’s that have entered into an Agreement with NSWALC; conduct a regular financial, administrative and governance diagnostic assessment tool known as LALC Management Support System to identify deficiencies in the LALC overall operations; provide detailed high level advice on all levels of the NSW Aboriginal Land Rights Act and Regulations as they apply to Land Councils and their operations and compliance.
Carer (Casual Employment)
Life Without Barriers
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Provide carer services to young people placed in care of Life Without Barriers providing a safe and respectful environment
- At times, dealing with children in care of LWB who have challenging behavioral issues and have diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
Manage the ATSIC (IBA) Home Ownership Programme for the Many Rivers Region (Coffs Harbour Region)
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Commission (ATSIC)
03.2001 - 12.2005
- Provide home loans to Indigenous people who meet the ATSIC/IBA lending criterion within delegated authority as per annual budget allocation ($6m) Oversight and management of a notional projected budget and commit loan funds as per policy and credit practices and principles and credit legislation Manage current lending clients Manage arrears within target parameters of ATSIC/IBA benchmarks and take appropriate action where and when required
- Actively participate in annual Home Loans national program reviews Supervise subordinate staff members to achieve targeted outcomes Develop and maintain external stakeholder relationships – banks, credit unions, Land Councils Undertake regular field visits within the region to interview clients, promote the program and build relationships with other key stakeholders.
Conference Convenor (Casual Employment)
Juvenile Justice
11.2000 - 03.2001
- Undertake Youth Offender Conferencing with offending youths, victims and Police
Coordinator Aboriginal Wheels to Meals Program
Coffs Harbour Aboriginal Family Care Centre
07.2000 - 03.2001
- Coordinate the Coffs Harbour Aboriginal Wheels to Meals Program for Aboriginal Elders located within the Coffs Harbour boundary.
Fulltime Student
Southern Cross University
01.2000 - 03.2001
- Studied Bachelor of Indigenous Studies – completed an Associate Degree of Indigenous Studies
Fulltime Student
NSW TAFE (Coffs Harbour)
06.1999 - 12.1999
- Completed a Diploma in Aboriginal Studies.
Senior Housing Loans Officer – APS 5
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Commission (ATSIC)
08.1996 - 06.1999
- Manage the ATSIC Home Ownership Program for the Kamilaroi Region (Tamworth Region)
- Portfolio Responsibility - $19M in Loan Base.
Secretariat Officer – APS 4, APS 5 & Acting APS 6
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Commission (ATSIC)
03.1992 - 05.1996
- Provide secretariat support service to the three (3) ATSIC Regional Councils (Tingha, Kamilaroi and Northern regions).
Trainee & Acting Regional Coordinator (Grade 5, Year 1)
Northern Tablelands Regional Aboriginal Lands Council
03.1990 - 03.1992
- Provide a coordinated and liaison service to the NTRALC Regional Council within the confines of the NSW Aboriginal Lands Rights Act
- Assist Land Councils with advocacy services Provide funding to Land Councils who met legislative requirements Monitor and invest funds on behalf of the NTRALC and Land Councils in designated financial institutions Supervision of regional staff
Programme Officer Aboriginal Housing – Newcastle Region
NSW Department of Housing (Housing Commission)
04.1989 - 02.1990
- Develop and maintain links between the Department and Aboriginal organisations and communities to ensure strategic housing program for Aboriginal people are met.
Tenancy Manager – Newcastle District
NSW Department of Housing (Housing Commission)
12.1980 - 03.1989
- Manage a prescribed housing portfolio (up to 300 properties) on all aspects of tenancy and property management practices in line with H/C (DOH) guidelines
- Undertaken an manage arrears management and recovery Manage repairs and maintenance within budget and policy guidelines
Part Retirement
Craigie Enterprises Pty Ltd
01.2024
- Founded own Company as identified above.
Education
Certificate IV in Celebrancy (Enrolled online) -
Rose Training College
01.2024
Diploma of Leadership and Management -
BSI Learning
01.2020
Statement of Attainment – First Aide -
Coffs Community College
01.2020
Diploma of Leadership and Management -
BSI Learning
01.2020
Statement of Attainment – First Aide -
Coffs Community College
01.2020
Certificate IV Frontline Management -
ETC
01.2010
Certificate IV Workplace Training & Assessment -
NSW TAFE
01.2009
Associate Degree in Indigenous Studies -
Southern Cross University
01.2001
Diploma in Aboriginal Studies -
NSW TAFE
01.1999
Associate Diploma in Adult Education (Aboriginal) -
University of Technology
01.1994
Year 11 Studies -
Tamworth High School
01.1981
School Certificate -
Tamworth High School
01.1980
Skills
- Multi Skilled
- Committed to Achieve Results
- Manage and Meet Deadlines under Pressure
- Proficient
- Database Administration
- Time Management
- Attention To Detail
- Flexible And Adaptable
- Quality Control
- Team Collaboration
- Project Management
- Data Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Performance Monitoring
- Budget Coordination
- Leadership Assessment
- Financial Administration
- Team Leadership
- Program Management
- Problem-Solving
Affiliations
- Galambila Aboriginal Health Service Incorporated (AMS) – Coffs Harbour
- Tamworth Local Aboriginal Land Council – non voting member
- Coffs Harbour & District Local Aboriginal Land Council – non voting member
- National Congress of Australia’s First Peoples
Accomplishments
- 1990 1st Dan Black Belt Rhee Taekwondo - Instructor – Werris Creek Centre
- 2010 to 2016 Level 2 Rugby League Referee CRL Group 2 Referee Association - Referee < 18yrs, Reserve Grade and 1st Grade Rugby League teams in Group 2 - Refereed in the NSW Annual Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout - 40th & 50th Anniversaries.
- 2010 to 2011 Board Member Many Rivers Regional Housing Management Services Aboriginal Corporation
- 2011 Statement of Attainment Apply First Aide (HLTFA301B) Royal Life Saving Society (Certificate No. 1110263)
- 1995 to Current Oztag Referee & Player - Played & Refereed at National and Internation levels - Currently Manage the Coffs Harbour Junior Oztag Competition
Timeline
Part Retirement
Craigie Enterprises Pty Ltd
01.2024
Lead Network Capacity Development Officer (Grade 9/10)
New South Wales Aboriginal Lands Council (NSWALC)
07.2023 - 01.2024
Acting Manager, NSU
New South Wales Aboriginal Lands Council (NSWALC)
02.2021 - 06.2023
Lead Network Capacity Development Officer (Grade 9/10)
New South Wales Aboriginal Lands Council (NSWALC)
07.2017 - 01.2024
Carer (Casual Employment)
Life Without Barriers
01.2007 - 01.2008
Senior LALC Support Officer (Grade 9/10) & Acting Operations Manager (6 months – 2014)
New South Wales Aboriginal Lands Council (NSWALC)
02.2006 - 06.2017
Manage the ATSIC (IBA) Home Ownership Programme for the Many Rivers Region (Coffs Harbour Region)
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Commission (ATSIC)
03.2001 - 12.2005
Conference Convenor (Casual Employment)
Juvenile Justice
11.2000 - 03.2001
Coordinator Aboriginal Wheels to Meals Program
Coffs Harbour Aboriginal Family Care Centre
07.2000 - 03.2001
Fulltime Student
Southern Cross University
01.2000 - 03.2001
Fulltime Student
NSW TAFE (Coffs Harbour)
06.1999 - 12.1999
Senior Housing Loans Officer – APS 5
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Commission (ATSIC)
08.1996 - 06.1999
Secretariat Officer – APS 4, APS 5 & Acting APS 6
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Commission (ATSIC)
03.1992 - 05.1996
Trainee & Acting Regional Coordinator (Grade 5, Year 1)
Northern Tablelands Regional Aboriginal Lands Council
03.1990 - 03.1992
Programme Officer Aboriginal Housing – Newcastle Region
NSW Department of Housing (Housing Commission)
04.1989 - 02.1990
Tenancy Manager – Newcastle District
NSW Department of Housing (Housing Commission)
12.1980 - 03.1989
Certificate IV in Celebrancy (Enrolled online) -
Rose Training College
Diploma of Leadership and Management -
BSI Learning
Statement of Attainment – First Aide -
Coffs Community College
Diploma of Leadership and Management -
BSI Learning
Statement of Attainment – First Aide -
Coffs Community College
Certificate IV Frontline Management -
ETC
Certificate IV Workplace Training & Assessment -
NSW TAFE
Associate Degree in Indigenous Studies -
Southern Cross University
Diploma in Aboriginal Studies -
NSW TAFE
Associate Diploma in Adult Education (Aboriginal) -
University of Technology
Year 11 Studies -
Tamworth High School
School Certificate -
Tamworth High School
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