• Melbourne VIC (St Kilda Road) - National travel required

About Us

Deaf Children Australia (DCA) is a national not-for-profit organisation supporting children and young people who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH). Our purpose is to remove barriers to inclusion and empower young people to reach their full potential. We’re passionate about building confidence, connection, and independence through meaningful community engagement, programs, and support.

About the Role

We are seeking a Community Engagement Officer to support the delivery of engaging programs, events, and initiatives for deaf and hard of hearing children and young people across Australia. This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. You’ll play a key part in delivering youth engagement activities, supporting events, creating accessible communications, and building strong relationships with communities and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Support delivery of DCA’s Youth Engagement Strategy, including planning and coordination of activities and events
• Assist with community events, national engagement initiatives, and youth programs
• Support Production Team and develop Auslan and video content for internal and external communications
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Community Engagement team
• Build and maintain relationships with children, young people, families, and community stakeholders
• Support stakeholder engagement across community networks and partners
• Ensure child safety and cultural safety standards are upheld at all times
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with organisational policies
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

You are passionate about community engagement and making a difference. You’re organised, collaborative, and confident working with diverse groups.

You will bring:

• Experience in a community engagement, youth, or support role
• Experience working with children, young people, and stakeholders
• Strong communication skills, including presenting to groups
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• A collaborative, proactive, and adaptable approach

Requirements

Essential

• Certificate IV in Auslan or native fluency in Auslan
• Current Working with Children Check and Police Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid Driver’s Licence and a car
• Willingness to travel nationally as required

Desirable:

• Experience in the not-for-profit, disability, or community services sectors
• Project coordination or project management experience
• Knowledge of Adobe Express, Canva and other design programs

Why Join Us?

• Work for a purpose-driven organisation creating real impact
• Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and values-based team
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Contribute to meaningful programs supporting young people across Australia

Apply Now

If you’re passionate about community engagement and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.