• Permanent Full Time Position
• Mix of office-based and work from home negotiable
• Primary Location Lismore or Coffs Harbour
• Exciting blend of people leadership and new business development

This is an exciting regional leadership opportunity for a motivated and experienced Human Services professional who is passionate about providing effective support and services to the community.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are currently seeking a dedicated and driven people leader to expand and manage Interrelate's regional presence by driving service growth and partnerships, whilst also ensuring high quality and accessible services are delivered within their region.

Duties will include:

• Driving business development within the Northern Rivers region through the research and identification of viable business streams, including preparation of business proposals and tenders
• Development of a business plan outlining growth strategies and value propositions
• Management and consolidation of productive relationships with organisations, referrers, consortium partners and existing clients within the region
• Fostering staff engagement and collaboration across multiple business units, along with undertaking workforce analysis and management to ensure service deliverables are met
• Ensuring all services adhere to quality, compliance and clinical governance standards
• Management and leadership of Practice Leads including performance appraisals and clinical supervision

This role could potentially be based in either Coffs Harbour or Lismore and will require travel to multiple sites within the Northern region on a regular basis.

ABOUT US:

Interrelate is a not-for-profit provider of relationship services. Our vision is to empower people to thrive in the most vital part of their lives - their relationships.

We are committed to leading the way in providing responsive, cutting edge, transformative relationship services with and for our diverse communities, at every stage of life. We are committed to responding to the vulnerabilities of families and children in their communities and to building stronger relationships.

We deliver professional services like a big business, but with the heart of a not-for-profit. We deliver services spread across 30+ physical locations (plus online) to more than 120,000 clients and we're backed by qualified staff and more than 90 years of trusted expertise in sensitive relationship matters. We work in a broad context, connecting people with their communities and culture.

Due to the current Covid-19 Pandemic the majority of our workforce is working and providing services to our communities from the safety of their home, however we have begun the transition back to office-based work. The health and wellbeing of our staff and clients are paramount. Our goal is to ensure the well-being of our staff and clients and to help do our part to slow the spread of the virus.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

1. Qualifications in Management or related discipline
2. Demonstrated experience in the Human Services industry
3. Proven experience in management and leadership
4. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing business development plans that align with strategic priorities
5. Proven experience in monitoring and achieving key performance indicators, including service delivery targets and budgets
6. High level communication skills including negotiation and stakeholder management
7. Strong networking skills and the ability to liaise and build relationships with a range of potential partners and stakeholders
8. Experience using web-based business applications and capacity to adapt to changing workplace technologies.

Desirable

1. Qualifications in Social Science, Social Work, Welfare, Psychology, or a related discipline

WHAT WE OFFER:

We offer the following competitive employment conditions:

• Salary Sacrificing and Packaging Options (superannuation, loans, credit cards, school fees)
• Additional days of paid leave on top of standard leave entitlements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for multi-skilling and up-skilling
• High level of diversity in the role
• Excellent working environment

HOW TO APPLY:

If you think this role is for you, then please review the position description and selection criteria for the role. You will need to submit an application electronically and will be required to attach a copy of your resume/cv and address the selection criteria as part of your online application.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact the People, Culture and Workforce Development Team by email.

Please note: To be considered for this vacancy you must address the requirements of this role as part of your application.

Interrelate aspires to continue to be a leader in our community, an organisation known for working respectfully with clients from all different and diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of diverse gender identity, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, language, socio-economic circumstances, life circumstances, beliefs, and any other forms of disadvantage. If you will have special requirements or would like to talk to us before submitting an application, please do not hesitate to contact our People, Culture and Workforce Development team who will organize for you to chat with an appropriate staff member to explain how we can help you.

All Interrelate positions require the satisfactory completion of relevant Police and Working with Children Checks. Interrelate services are funded by the Australian Government