The Opportunity

At Caritas Australia, we have a vision to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity for all. We partner with the most vulnerable communities to help them build better outcomes by improving access to sustainable livelihoods, clean water, sanitation and education.

The Community Engagement Manager will take lead of a well performing business unit, and have the ability to implement and drive their own strategic initiatives. As Caritas Australia embarks on a significant period of growth, the Community Engagement team will play a significant role in achieving our operational objectives.

More about the role

As a Community Engagement Manager, you will lead engagements with the Australian Catholic community to inspire tangible action for social and ecological justice. Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Building upon the existing community engagement strategy.
• Promoting fundraising solutions through Catholic Schools, Parishes and the broader Australian Catholic community to inspire involvement and action.
• Building on the existing Diocesan Directors network and further developing the network to connect with each Catholic school and Parish in Australia.
• Developing an annual plan for engagement, which includes setting measurable goals and monitoring the quality and effectiveness of all engagement activities.

About you

For this role, we are seeking a strong leader and progressive thinker, with a mix of the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• A track record of working effectively with all levels of the Catholic Church.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a senior leadership position within the Church or a Church Agency, with a demonstrated ability to lead disperse and cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to lead community engagement initiatives that result in positive financial outcomes.
• Strong relationship management skills to capture the trust of significant internal and external stakeholders (e.g. Bishops, Diocesan Directors, Catholic Church network).
• Experience managing significant financial budgets and KPI’s.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights, and be available to work from our Sydney Office at least two days per week.

Why should you consider working for Caritas Australia?

Working at Caritas Australia, you will join a team of like-minded individuals who are passionate about tackling poverty and injustice. As part of the Caritas Australia team, you will also benefit from:

• Flexible working arrangements to maintain your work/life balance, including work from home and flexible hours;
• Continued professional development and learning, with on-the-job mentoring and coaching;
• Not-for-Profit salary packaging;
• Annual remuneration and benefits reviews to ensure you are fairly compensated for your contribution to Caritas Australia; and
• Knowing that you are playing a critical role in enhancing the lives of vulnerable groups globally.

For any further questions or enquiries, please contact the recruitment team at [email protected] using the subject line: Community Engagement Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs or call (02) 8488 8419.

Otherwise, please submit you cover letter and CV through the "Apply Now" button.

Our commitment to safeguarding

At Caritas Australia, we recognise the personal dignity and rights of all people, especially children and vulnerable adults towards whom we have a special responsibility. If you are offered this position, you will be required to undergo relevant background checks, including police checks and reference checks. If the position requires a Working with Children Check or foreign police check, it is your responsibility to obtain one before starting work. You will also be required to sign our Code of Conduct which includes a section on Professional Behaviour Standards for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults as well as to abide by our safeguarding policies.

Our commitment to diversity

At Caritas Australia, we support an inclusive and diverse workforce. In particular we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for all advertised positions.

Our commitment to safety and wellbeing

As part of the recruitment process for this role, you may be required to undertake various background checks. You may also be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.