Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 6th May 2024
- Melbourne > East Melbourne
Develop and enact communication strategies and systems across our network of members and the broader community to build social justice and foster practical responses to those in need.
Catholic Social Services Victoria (CSSV) is the peak body for Catholic community services organisations in Victoria. CSSV works to support the mission of the Church to build a more just and compassionate society. We are inspired by the teachings of Jesus, our work is underpinned by Catholic social principles including: the inherent dignity of all human persons, the common good – with a preferential option for the poor, solidarity, and subsidiarity.
CSSV supports a dynamic network of forty-two member organisations, who in turn support over 200,000 Victorians each year. CSSV seeks to build up a vibrant community of shared activity between Catholic social and community service organisations, parishes and other Church agencies alongside the broader sector and others of goodwill to foster solidarity and practical responses with those in need.
Our work includes advocacy and policy development on issues that impact on society and on the work of CSSV members.
We actively foster relationships to create systemic change and bring focus to the situation of the most marginalised and disadvantaged in our society.
The CSSV Engagement and Projects Lead is a key role within a small organisation that is agile, responsive and dedicated to working for positive change. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position will bring energy and focus to our committees by providing timely secretariat support and co-opting working parties for specific projects. This role holds responsibility for the development and enactment of Catholic Social Services Victoria’s (CSSV) communication strategy and drive projects that draws on skills and expertise from across our network of members and their staff and volunteers.
This role will organise consultations, draft proposals, plans and content and manage timely delivery of discrete projects that engage with and deliver shared value for our member organisations and other key stakeholders
This is a part-time, permanent position that offers a hybrid model of work, a dedicated team to collaborate with and be supported by and the opportunity to make a difference every day.
If you feel your skills and experience align with the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Apply by clicking the "Apply Now" button and submitting your application. Applications should provide a cover letter, address to the key selection criteria and current resume.
Contact the Executive Director, Josh Lourensz via [email protected] using the subject line: Engagement and Projects Lead - Catholic Social Services Victoria enquiry via EthicalJobs or 9287 5566 for further information/discussion about this position.
Employment with CSS is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include a National Police Check, Working with Children Check and Reference Checks. To be successful in this role you must hold valid working rights in Australia.
The Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne is committed to the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and vulnerable adults. It is a requirement across our organisation that all clergy, employees and volunteers have a valid working with children check.
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