We’re looking for a professional Stakeholder Engagement Consultant with relevant experience who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference on a Maximum term full-time until basis 30 June 2023, working 38 hours per week based in Shepparton.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.

For over 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 ROLE

This role will focus on networking and developing relationships with employers, community partners and services to create and facilitate sustainable employment opportunities for a diverse range of disadvantaged jobseekers.

Supporting a partnership approach to stakeholder engagement, this role will be part of the WLC team, and it will ensure targets and KPI’s are met for a range of activities and projects under the Work and Learning Centre program. 

• In collaboration with the Team Leader, engage with employer and community stakeholders to create employment opportunities which effectively meet the needs of jobseekers, businesses, and the local community
• Provide communications and stakeholder engagement expertise to the WLC team to ensure we keep our communities informed and engaged
• Develop new partnership opportunities and actively seek referrals into the centre through establishing new relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Network and collaborate with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to create referral pathways and engagement opportunities for WLC job seekers and, those job seekers living in local public housing
• Undertake approved reverse marketing activities with businesses and organisations to place job seekers into employment and education opportunities
• Identify, screen, shortlist and interview suitable candidates for positions and develop activities and training resources to improve job readiness capabilities

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

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 someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Experience in one or more of the following areas: business development, recruitment, community engagement, case management and/or tailored employment support programs
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills to effectively communicate and persuasively engage with a wide range of people, including participants, employers, community organisations, and people from a range of backgrounds 
• Demonstrated experience in developing and coordinating employment opportunities for disadvantaged job seekers
• Experience in the field of Social Housing (Public and/or Community Housing) beneficial, but not essential.
• Well-developed written communication skills and the proven ability to develop and deliver training, presentations, information sessions and produce accurate reports for a range of audiences

 BENEFITS

• Extensive salary packaging options to reduce amount of tax you pay
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program

 CULTURE

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 Sophie Douglas on 0490 120 245 for a confidential discussion.

To view the Position Description, please click here.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence adheres to Government mandates in relation to COVID-19.

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.