Federal Minister for Indigenous Australians Malarndirri McCarthy has announced a second round of funding grants is now open for eligible employers to create local jobs in remote communities.

The Commonwealth's new Remote Jobs and Economic Development (RJED) program was introduced by Labor last year to replace the previous Coalition government's Community Development Program.

Community feedback during a trial of the program called for a more flexible approach and has resulted in funding for jobs that can be part-time, full-time, casual or flexible, to account for personal, family and community obligations.

More employment opportunities for young people after they have completed school have also been introduced, with job seekers aged 15 and over now eligible to apply for an RJED-created job.

The federal government aims for its $707 million program to create 3,000 new jobs during the next three years. Details on where the jobs will be created, and in which industries, remain unclear and some have expressed concerns that certain regions may miss out.

The federal government said it has encouraged employers to consult their communities to find out what jobs were needed and wanted locally. Those interested in applying for a grant would need evidence to show community support as part of their grant application.

On Tuesday Senator McCarthy announced assistance was now available to help employers with the grants process, including a dedicated helpdesk and public information sessions.

Grant writing support would also be available for eligible employers, with a focus on supporting small organisations.

The minister said the first round of employer grant funding for the RJED – which ended on Monday - attracted approximately 200 applications.

"The RJED program is about providing dignity of work, no matter where people live,' she said.

"During my visits to communities where they've had a remote jobs trial running, I've heard from people about the positive impact having a job has had on them, their family and their community."

The minister said each community was different, in terms of their needs and ambitions.

"That's why this jobs program has been designed with flexibility for employment opportunities," Senator McCarthy said.

"This second grant round will provide even more support to potential employers to get involved, including grant writing support for smaller organisations.

"I encourage all interested employers in remote communities to access the support available and get started on an application to realise your vision for your community."

The federal government has stressed that jobs established through the RJED program must have fair pay and decent work conditions, including superannuation, sick leave and annual leave.

The government said remote communities would ensure job opportunities in their region would prove meaningful for employees and employers.

Employers could also apply for funding for equipment, infrastructure and costs to support the jobs they'd like to create. This could include expenses such as uniforms, training, insurances or operating costs.

Developed with the First Nations Reference Group, the RJED program was tested through community consultations and modelled through job trials in more than 300 communities across the country.

In remote Queensland, Taneeka Palmer, a Bwgcolman woman with Kaanju and Erub/Kalkadoon heritage, was one of 20 new community service workers with Palm Island's Community Council.

She said she wanted to grow her leadership and community development skills.

"I feel confident in this role, thanks to a huge support system behind me that continues to help me witness and experience the greater purpose of the role," Ms Palmer said.

The second round of employer grants is open until 31 March 2025.

More information and access to resources and support is available online.