• Location: Gold Coast, Newcastle or Northern Rivers

At Aruma, we support people with disabilities to live great lives. It’s the reason we exist – after all, why should anyone have to settle for anything less? And to make this a reality, we rely on the skill and commitment of our Aruma team.

Our Aruma team is an incredible bunch of people. They’re bold, brave and courageous. They see possibilities where others may not. They stand up for the things that matter and stand together as a team. And while they’re serious about human rights, they have a knack for finding joy in life – even in the most unexpected places.

You will be part of a dynamic and inclusive business enterprises team providing opportunities for people with disabilities to be employed alongside other skilled team members, to produce a variety of high-quality products and services for our commercial clients.

This role will collaborate with senior management within Business Enterprises and shared services, to identify opportunities for the national expansion of business services. This includes networking or collaboration with external community stakeholders, maintaining appropriate data, and the preparation and submission of tender or grant applications.

A day in the life of a Business Partnership Coordinator….

• You build effective collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders of Aruma business enterprises
• You thrive on providing accurate and timely information to in order to exceed people’s expectations.
• You identify and maintain effective networks within the community.
• Provide or source operational and financial information required for the development of submissions for funding, quotes and tenders.
• Assist senior management to identifying stakeholder needs, develop stakeholder engagement activities to promote the services and products of Business enterprises.
• Participate in marketing / brand development projects by preparing materials or sourcing information as required.

Must haves:

• A relevant tertiary qualification and/ or equivalent knowledge or experience in a similar role.
• Excellent written communication and research skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications and SharePoint.
• Experience in preparing and submitting tender and/or grant applications

Nice to have:

• Understanding of the community services or disability sector.

Be a part of our dedicated, collaborative team. We offer the benefits of a competitive salary and salary packaging of up to $15,900.

So, who is Aruma?

We’re glad you asked! Aruma is a new name in disability services, but we’re definitely not the new kids on the block. You might remember us as House with No Steps and The Tipping Foundation, two great organisations, with over 100 years of combined experience, who came together in 2018. Find out more about us at aruma.com.au.