• Permanent full-time position based in Hurstville on Bidjigal Country
• $89k - $93.7k + Super + Salary Packaging up to $15,900 pa
• Increase awareness and referrals to the Carer Gateway Program

Our Organisation

At The Benevolent Society, we believe every person deserves to live life on their own terms, with dignity, respect and a sense of belonging. For over two centuries, this belief has shaped who we are and how we work.

We’re working towards a just society where everyone feels valued, safe and included. As a not‑for‑profit, independent and non‑religious organisation, we proudly embrace diversity and are deeply committed to reconciliation. We welcome people from all backgrounds, identities and experiences to join us in creating positive change.

About the role

As our Partnership Specialist, you'll take a proactive and growth-focused approach to increasing awareness, referrals and engagement with the Carer Gateway program. While there is a strong emphasis on developing opportunities that support and connect young carers, the role also contributes to broader partnership development and community engagement activities across the wider caring community.

You will help ensure carers and their families know where to turn for practical and trusted support. Drawing on your existing networks and your ability to build meaningful relationships, you'll identify opportunities to connect with schools, youth services, education providers, health services, community organisations and other partners who can help reach carers, while also building pathways that increase awareness and access to Carer Gateway more broadly.

You'll bring curiosity, confidence and initiative to uncover new opportunities that make it easier for carers, young carers, families and professionals to understand and access Carer Gateway. Through your ability to influence, engage and educate stakeholders, you'll help position Carer Gateway as a trusted support service, increasing access to information, counselling, coaching and other vital supports.

Key areas of responsibility

• Grow awareness and referrals to Carer Gateway by developing strategic partnerships across schools, tertiary education, youth services, health, community, government and corporate sectors, with a strong focus on opportunities that support young carers.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to engage organisations that work with young people, carers and families, helping to identify, inform and connect carers with our services.
• Travel across Sydney to build and maintain partnerships, engage with stakeholders and represent Carer Gateway at community, health, education, youth-sector and industry events.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, acting as a trusted ambassador for Carer Gateway across referral networks, partner organisations and community settings.
• Deliver engaging and accessible presentations and information sessions tailored to young people, families, educators, youth workers, health professionals and community groups.
• Share age-appropriate promotional resources and key messages that increase awareness of Carer Gateway through partner organisations, referral channels and community networks.
• Manage your own schedule, prioritise outreach and engagement activities, and work autonomously to achieve partnership, awareness and referral outcomes.
• Ensure services and engagement activities are person-centred, inclusive, connected, effective, safe and responsive to the needs of all carers.

Skills and Experience

We are committed to ensuring your success in this role! To thrive with us, you should possess:

• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, partnerships, business development, account management or a similar relationship-focused role.
• An established professional network and the ability to leverage existing relationships while confidently creating new ones.
• Exceptional communication, presentation and influencing skills, with a polished and professional approach to engaging a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, managing your workload while contributing to shared goals.
• Strong communication and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced outreach environment.
• Flexibility to work across multiple locations, including our Hurstville office and outreach areas across North & Central Sydney.
• Qualifications in community services, business, marketing or a related field, and/or equivalent experience.

Please note: Occasional weekend/after-hours work may be required for pre-planned events.

Our Benefits

We support people to live their best life. That includes you, our employee. A ‘best life’ is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:

• Salary Benefits - You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay!
• Motor Vehicle Packaging Options - to suit your lifestyle.
• Work/Life Balance - Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including hybrid home/office options, and accrue an additional day off each month (a bonus of 12 days per year) as a full-time employee.
• Recognition and Reward - Sector competitive remuneration, various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
• Wellness - Stay fit with a Fitness passport, utilise our Employee Assistance Program, and even purchase additional leave.
• Professional Development - We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment, fulfilment, and growth.
• Our Reconciliation Commitment - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave, as well as the option to be a voice on reference networking groups, the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

Next Steps

Apply Now! Please click "Apply Now" and submit your current CV along with a 1-page cover letter discussing your reasons for applying and suitability for the role

Have any questions?Please contact Saiesha Moodley on 0479 195 093 for a friendly, confidential discussion.

This role aligns to the capability requirements of a Team Specialist level. Please see the Capability Framework attached below to discover essential skills, values and behaviours required at this level.

The artwork above is by Jasmine Sarin, a proud Kamilaroi and Jerrinja woman from NSW, who grew up on the South Coast in Jerrinja and Yuin country (Nowra) and Dharawal country (Wollongong).

The Benevolent Society respects and promotes human rights and diversity. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are not only welcomed but valued. We pride ourselves on being a client safe and child safe organisation, which is why all staff and volunteers undergo comprehensive employment screening. We value relationships with local Aboriginal community and welcome applications from its members. To ensure you are best supported with your application if you have any specific needs requiring a reasonable adjustment, let us know what accommodations you require.

Partnership Specialist Carer Gateway Position Profile