Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Certification
Accomplishments
References
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Darren Talbot

Braitling,NT

Summary

To work in a dynamic workplace, as part of a team that shares the same passion as I do for working with Aboriginal people. My goal is to achieve long-lasting improvements in the opportunities for participation of Aboriginal people in purposeful and meaningful events that will benefit theirs and the community’s lifestyle.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sports & Health Coordinator

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress
Alice Springs, NT
08.2017 - Current

Purpose of the role:

To support and strengthen the activities of the Redtails/Pinktails Right Tracks program through partnerships and engagement with Central Australian sporting clubs to promote healthier social norms around use of alcohol and other drugs, violence and responsibility for actions as well as achieve the coordination and integration of primary health care services, education and training.

Responsibilities & Duties:

- Lead and motivate community members (individuals and groups) for engagement in health, education, employment and leadership through the avenue of sport.

- Coordination and promotion of Congress services and programs to community members and leaders.

- Lead the development of relationships with sporting clubs throughout Central Australia.

- Coordination and recommendation for endorsement of a range of selected programs as part of Redtails/Pinktails criteria, including ADF programs, No More program, Batchelor Institute education programs, Karen Sheldon (Saltbush Employment) training programs, Congress training employment programs and Health checks.

- Implement, monitor and evaluate the Right Tracks program

- Collect, analyze and report data to assist in the evaluation of the program and to determine the effectiveness of the program.

- Link young people to their local health service with particular emphasis on health checks and the appropriate follow up support.

- Support the personal development of young people through Leadership, mentoring, education, training and employment opportunities and programs

- Plan, coordinate and manage the Redtails/Pinktails Right Tracks Program in line with Health promotion operation plan.

- Responsible for the supervision of direct reports.

- Deliver Health sessions through the Sporting codes of AFL, Netball, Softball, Basketball

- Support clubs in developing an Action Plan around targeted areas for a safer environment

- Deliver High Performance Leadership sessions based around Club culture (branding, behaviors, team rules)

Operations Officer

Clontarf Foundation
Alice Springs, NT
01.2012 - 06.2017

- Planning and coordinating training sessions

- Building strong relationships with students

- Effective communication with parents, partners and school staff

- Planning of yearly camps, events and Term planners

- Student data collection and reporting

- Multi Media / Photography, using all aspects of media technology

- Academy maintenance and structure

- Parent and teacher liaison

- Managing the health and welfare/wellbeing of Clontarf participants by attending regular medical health checks

- Filling in end of term reports and statistics

- Manage and oversee the smooth running of operation meetings

- Filling in reports (Mid-year, End of year)

- Organizing and managing calendar events

- Building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships

- Behavioral management/mentoring one on one

- Marketing the Clontarf Foundation and what the program does

- Assisting participants with employment strategies and initiatives

- Coordinate fundraisers and community volunteering for Clontarf participants

- Providing cultural awareness for staff members, external stakeholders and partners

Engagement Officer

FaHCSIA, Australian Government
Alice Springs, NT
02.2011 - 01.2012

Responsibilities and Duties:

- Under the guidance of the ASTP Government Business Manager, develop relationships with all tiers of Government and service providers working in Alice Springs town camp communities and to meet the ASTP objectives.

- Act as a link between the town camp community and the Australian Government.

- Meet with families, individuals and community groups about how they want the community to develop.

- Work with the GBM to increase the government’s knowledge and understanding of communities.

- Provide input and advice on correspondence, briefs and reports.

- Maintain regular communication and high levels of strategic engagement with Alice Springs town camp residents.

Pool Manager

WYDAC, Warlpiri Youth Development Aboriginal Corporation
Yuendumu, NT
02.2008 - 03.2011

Responsibilities and Duties:

- Ensured the effective operation of the Pool;

- Supervised Pool patrons, as well as staff;

- Provided leadership to Pool lifeguards, staff and Trainees;

- Ensured the Pool is maintained to the highest standard;

- Promoted Pool services to the Warlpiri communities; and

- Encouraged health activity within the Pool and surrounds.

- Liaised with external stakeholders

- Built and maintained important relationships in community

Pool Manager

Anangu Lands Partnership
Amata Community, SA
11.2006 - 01.2008

- Ensured the effective operation of the Pool;

- Supervised Pool patrons, as well as staff;

- Provided leadership to Pool lifeguards, staff and Trainees;

- Ensured the Pool is maintained to the highest standard;

- Promoted Pool services to the Warlpiri communities; and

- Encouraged health activity within the Pool and surrounds.

- Liaised with external stakeholders

- Built and maintained important relationships in community

Semi Driver/Machine Operator

Northline freight services
Alice Springs, NT
02.2005 - 10.2006

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Supervising loading of goods onto truck
  • Checking condition of goods and preparing transport documents
  • Planning transport operations (route, delivery schedule)
  • Checking the vehicle is in good, safe working order before setting off
  • Transporting goods to their final destination
  • Checking fuel and oil levels, oil filters and tyres
  • Supervising unloading and delivery operations

CDEP Outstations Supervisor

Ingkerreke Resource Centre
Alice Springs, NT
03.2000 - 02.2005

Apprenticeship Building & Construction

Aboriginal Building Corporation
Alice Springs, NT
01.1998 - 02.2000
  • Completed certificate 2 in Building & Construction

Maintenance Assistant

McDonnell Range Holiday Park
Alice Springs, NT
02.1997 - 01.1998

CDEP Participant

Ingkerreke Resource Centre
Gillen Bore - Alkupitja, NT
04.1993 - 12.1996

Trainee Mud Brick Labourer

Amoonguna Community
Amoonguna, NT
02.1990 - 12.1992

Trainee Furniture Removalist

Grace Brothers Removals
Alice Springs, NT
02.1988 - 01.1990

Education

Ochre Card - Working With Children Clearance

SAFE NT
Alice Springs, NT
05-2025

First Aid/CPR -

St Johns Ambulance
Alice Springs, NT
02-2024

High Performance Leadership Program - Culture Change, Leadership And Team Development

Leading Teams
Adelaide, SA
08-2019

12 Week Online Course - Health Promotion Interventions

Department of Public Health
Australia
11-2018

Accreditation - AFL Coaching Level 2

CoachAFL
Alice Springs, NT
06-2013

Certificate 1 - Horticulture

Institute For Aboriginal Development
Alice Springs, NT
03-2001

Certificate 3 Community Development Facilitation - Aboriginal Land Care

Institute For Aboriginal Development
Alice Springs, NT
03-2001

Statement of Attainment - Certificate - Train Small Groups

Institute For Aboriginal Development
Alice Springs, NT
11-2000

Skills

  • Decision-Making
  • Employee Supervision
  • Reliability
  • Professionalism
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Goal Setting
  • Multitasking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Effective Communication
  • Self Motivation
  • Relationship Building
  • Team Building
  • Organizational Skills
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Active Listening
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Proficient in [Software]
  • Leadership
  • Problem-Solving
  • [Language] Fluency

Affiliations

  • Community engagement
  • Spending time with family,
  • Country visits
  • Hunting
  • Ceremonial lore
  • Various sports

Languages

Warlpiri
Limited

Certification

  • Multi Combination License (Number: 984851)

Accomplishments

  • 8 time Premiership player (South Alice FC & Yuendumu Magpies FC)
  • 3 time Premiership Coach (South Alice FC & Yuendumu Magpies FC)
  • CAFL Minahan medallist
  • CAFL Community Football Grand final (Best on ground medal)
  • 3 Pre-Season games for Port Adelaide Magpies S.A.N.F.L
  • Futsal Soccer championships in Canberra
  • 2 times Finke Desert Race
  • Inaugural Captain Yuendumu Magpies vs. APY Thunder MCG
  • CAFL Life member
  • South Alice FC Life member
  • CAFL Games record holder 375
  • NT Soccer championships

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sports & Health Coordinator

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress
08.2017 - Current

Operations Officer

Clontarf Foundation
01.2012 - 06.2017

Engagement Officer

FaHCSIA, Australian Government
02.2011 - 01.2012

Pool Manager

WYDAC, Warlpiri Youth Development Aboriginal Corporation
02.2008 - 03.2011

Pool Manager

Anangu Lands Partnership
11.2006 - 01.2008

Semi Driver/Machine Operator

Northline freight services
02.2005 - 10.2006

CDEP Outstations Supervisor

Ingkerreke Resource Centre
03.2000 - 02.2005

Apprenticeship Building & Construction

Aboriginal Building Corporation
01.1998 - 02.2000

Maintenance Assistant

McDonnell Range Holiday Park
02.1997 - 01.1998

CDEP Participant

Ingkerreke Resource Centre
04.1993 - 12.1996

Trainee Mud Brick Labourer

Amoonguna Community
02.1990 - 12.1992

Trainee Furniture Removalist

Grace Brothers Removals
02.1988 - 01.1990

Ochre Card - Working With Children Clearance

SAFE NT

First Aid/CPR -

St Johns Ambulance

High Performance Leadership Program - Culture Change, Leadership And Team Development

Leading Teams

12 Week Online Course - Health Promotion Interventions

Department of Public Health

Accreditation - AFL Coaching Level 2

CoachAFL

Certificate 1 - Horticulture

Institute For Aboriginal Development

Certificate 3 Community Development Facilitation - Aboriginal Land Care

Institute For Aboriginal Development

Statement of Attainment - Certificate - Train Small Groups

Institute For Aboriginal Development
Darren Talbot