ABOUT YOUR ORGANISATION

Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House is a wonderful place to be! Nestled in the beautiful Macedon Ranges, we provide community focused programs and activities that build capacity of individuals and strengthen the community as a whole through a strong volunteer based philosophy. We have a strategic focus on community development in a small, but growing regional town, and the Community Engagement Manager will play a key role in achieving our vision of being ‘The Heart and Hub of the Community’.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position applies high level organisational skills to manage the external relationships and community stakeholders to sustain engagement and connections within the local community. The Community Engagement Manager works cooperatively with the Committee of Management and the Operations Manager to develop and deliver its strategic plan and maintain the focus on its important community development role.

This position requires a high-level understanding of the role of community organisations, a high-level of understanding of community development principles and an ability to support the Riddells Creek community to strengthen community resilience.

Other key responsibilities:

• Develop new and strengthen existing partnerships with community stakeholders, including residents and other community service organisations and agencies.
• Respond to, facilitate and resource community, group and individual initiatives which are consistent with the organisation’s strategic plan.
• Develop funding submissions to achieve strategic goals and annual action plans as they relate to community engagement.
• Implement the strategic and annual action plans.
• Develop promotional strategies to promote the value of House activities to the broader community.

ABOUT YOU

A tertiary qualification in Community Development, Social Sciences, Community Services or equivalent similar sector experience is what the role requires.

We are looking for that special person who has the ability to relate well to people from a variety of backgrounds and work collaboratively with a broad range of community partners and stakeholders.

You will be innovative and have a resourceful approach to enable sustainable operations of the House.

A high level of administrative and organisational skills are required, including high level competency using technology and adapting new technologies to organisational processes.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

If you are looking for family friendly hours, this is perfect for you. The House operates from 9.30am to 3.00pm four days a week, providing a good work / life balance.

We can provide flexibility of days to suit the right candidate.

Working for Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House provides a friendly and supportive team environment and there is an immediate start available so apply quickly and secure this unique opportunity.

A position description is attached.