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To apply for a position:

  • Download the job pack that contains all required information and instructions
  • Please note all applications must address the selection criteria
  • Please forward your completed application and CV, unless otherwise specified in the job pack, to jobs@storyfactory.org.au

We believe in inclusion and accessibility, and provide equal opportunity. We offer staff a creative and supportive environment and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

Available positions

Teacher / Storyteller (Mount Druitt)

The Teacher/Storyteller position is a teaching role that enables creativity and literacy. It involves developing and facilitating creative writing workshops with students in primary and high school, either in-person or online, at schools or at our centres. This role will be based at our new Mount Druitt hub, opening in early 2025, and will focus on delivering workshops at nearby schools and after school at the hub. The Teacher/Storyteller delivers established Story Factory programs and may also collaborate with or support other team members to develop new creative writing programs that respond to students’ needs and interests. 

To apply for this role, or request further information, please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@storyfactory.org.au. Applications will be assessed as they arrive, please apply as soon as possible.

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Head of Finance

The Head of Finance is accountable for all administrative, financial, and risk management operations. They will develop and oversee financial strategy, the design and management of organisation and project budgets, metrics tied to strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to sustainably grow the organisation and report accurate financial results. Story Factory is a learning organisation, and the Head of Finance will work to continuously improve processes, so our organisation is running as efficiently as possible and making the greatest possible difference in the lives of the young people we work with.

To apply for this role, or request further information, please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@storyfactory.org.au. Applications will be assessed as they arrive, please apply as soon as possible.

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Philanthropy Manager

Fundraising at Story Factory Story Factory is in a strong financial position, with significant reserves, long-term relationships with many of our partners, and a supportive and well-connected Board. Approximately 50% of our annual revenue is sourced from major giving, and this has been identified as a key area of growth for us in the coming years.

Our small and high performing fundraising team is about to embark on an ambitious three year fundraising strategy, which will see us strengthen our financial sustainability by expanding our donor networks and building our major gift capabilities. We are working with a leading fundraising consulting agency, Noble Ambition, who are providing strategic advice and training to build our team’s capacity to effectively implement this strategy. This role represents an exciting and unique opportunity for an experienced major giving fundraiser to work with and learn from industry experts, and lead our philanthropy fundraising efforts in the next stage of growth for Story Factory.

To apply for this role, or request further information, please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@storyfactory.org.au. Applications will be assessed as they arrive, please apply as soon as possible.

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Story Guide

We’re looking for a Story Guide to lead our celebration of and immersion in Aboriginal storytelling and culture, to help improve outcomes for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in our programs.

You are someone who is passionate about improving writing skills and educational opportunities for Indigenous young people, is curious and ready to conduct research when they don’t have an answer, brings a positive and strengths-based attitude in advocating for Aboriginal students and culture, has connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Sydney and/or Western Sydney, and is willing to build relationships particularly in the Mount Druitt area.

A genuine Occupational Requirement of this role is that the applicants be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. Applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage in addition to addressing the selection criteria.

To apply for this role, or request further information, please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@storyfactory.org.au. Applications will be assessed as they arrive, please apply as soon as possible.

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