Background

The purpose of this position is to further establish and progress the Alcohol or Other Drug Consumer and Community Coalition (AODCCC) as a Peak body within the AOD sector, and provide the AOD lived experience voice in policy and service planning and evaluation. This is a fixed-term position to undertake the deliverables in the current Mental Health Commission (MHC) Grant Agreement that the AODCCC currently has.

The role will range from developing the AODCCC’s governance policies and processes, handling the funding streams or budgetary matters, supporting and increasing AODCCC membership, fostering partnerships with the community, NGOs or governments bodies, and working towards the vision, mission and values of the AODCCC. The role is multidimensional, where the Development Coordinator will be an advocate for the lived experience voice, working in partnerships of solidarity with mainstream and minority communities across society. The AODCCC aims to foster courageous conversations in the community and the Development Coordinator will be a public face initiating those conversations.

Applicants for the AODCCC Development Officer need not apply for this role.

The Opportunity

• We are looking for a self-starting professional who is across the key issues and challenges of the alcohol and other drug sector.
• You’ll need to be at home with engaging with people with lived experience, and attending key events and meetings to ensure this voice is heard.
• You also need to have an interest in key aspects of non-profit organisational development, although some support could be provided for the right person to learn these skills.
• The position is for three days per week, fixed term to 30 June 2021 with possibility of extension.
• It will be paid at a Level 6 Social, Community, Home And Disability Services Award at an hourly rate of $43.55 - $45.48 per hour depending on experience.
• Reporting to: AODCCC Management Committee

Key responsibilities and duties

• Assist the Management Committee in finalising and operationalising the Strategic Plan.
• Governance administrative work to assist the Management Committee in overseeing the strategy and risk of AODCCC, including coordinating the review of the full suite of AODCCC draft operational policies.
• Operate within all relevant legislative, statutory requirements and maintain AOD sector standards.
• Prepare with the Secretary and Chair of Management Committee required documentation for Management Committee Meetings. Provide clear reporting to the Management Committee to ensure they understand the AODCCC operations.
• Financial, budget and management oversight.
• Develop fundraising initiatives through grants or other creative mechanisms.
• Social media and marketing development.

Membership Engagement and Capacity Building

• Build expertise and capabilities within the membership to promote AOD consumer engagement.
• Understand our members’ needs, experiences and interests, tapping into and developing networks to bring a wider consumer voice to the policy table.
• Work with and engage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+, culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) communities in an inclusive manner, to reduce stigma and foster positive partnerships in the community.
• Develop community engagement opportunities
• Participate in training, development and advocacy sessions to ensure authentic engagement with AODCCC members and the health and community services sector.

Stakeholder Relationships and Systemic Advocacy

• Progress policies and systemic advocacy strategies in collaboration with the AODCCC Management Committee, NGOs, Mental Health Commission and AOD sector peak bodies.
• Foster long term relationships with consumers, carers, NGOs, government and all key stakeholders across the health and community sector.
• Engage with community organisations, NGOs and government bodies to further the values of the AODCCC.
• Develop AOD sector policies and procedures informed by courageous community conversations and consultation.

Selection criteria

• Professional with up to five years of relevant experience working in community or government.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be an effective advocate to build the reputation and capacity of the AODCCC.
• Must be empathetic and have the ability to think ‘outside the box’ when dealing with people who may be distressed or experiencing AOD issues.
• Sound understanding of non-profit organisational management.
• Applicants with a lived experience of AOD issues are encouraged to apply.
• Degree in business or financial discipline is desirable but not essential.