Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 21st Oct 2020
We’re looking for a professional Community Engagement and Capacity Building Lead with relevant experience who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference on a part-time basis, working 30.4 hours per week based in the Western Region of Melbourne.
The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.
For almost 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.
We are passionate about the work we do.
We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.
The Community Capacity Building Lead plays a pivotal role in facilitating the development, implementation and monitoring of regional Community Capacity Building plans, to create more inclusive and respectful communities for people with disabilities.
As well as establishing key partnerships with external stakeholders, the position will work to build the capacity of BSL’s NDIS workforce to effectively facilitate the implementation of the community engagement and capacity building work.
Salary will be in the range of $90,455.88 - $94,498.05 per annum (in addition to a travel allowance) based on skills and experience plus superannuation.
Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.
To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for a professional who has the following key skills and experiences:
BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.
If this looks like a role that’s right for you, APPLY NOW or contact Fran Whitty on 0433 183672 for a confidential discussion.
To view the Position Description, please click here.
We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics. Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.