This role plays a crucial role in initiating new projects in line with MHV’s strategic priorities and providing coordination supports in a small, multi-dimensional team.

This position carries significant responsibilities in coordinating and implementing an effective community based legislative education program, particularly regarding the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act (Vic) 2022.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the program’s success and promote mental health and wellbeing awareness within the legislative context.

About the role

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent coordination and communication skills, a deep understanding of legislative processes, and a passion for mental health policy advocacy and education.

To be suitable for this role you will have:

• Experience in project coordination
• Knowledge of legislative processes
• Proven Stakeholder engagement ability
• Education and training expertise
• Policy and Mental Health knowledge
• Excellent communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Organisational and time management skills
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Teamwork and collaboration
• A high degree of accountability.

A position description is attached.