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Pilbara Manager - Karratha

Western Australian Council of Social Service

The Western Australian Council of Social Service is the peak body of community service organisations and individuals in Western Australia. WACOSS stands for an inclusive, just and equitable society. As a peak body for the Western Australian community service sector, we believe that communities flourish where people are given the opportunity to contribute and create. We are committed to advocating, enabling and leading change that supports healthy, active and inclusive communities.

WACOSS is part of a national network consisting of ACOSS and the State and Territory Councils of Social Service, who assist people on low incomes and experiencing disadvantage Australia wide.

WACOSS is a small but dynamic organisation whose impact and output far exceeds its size. We are proud to have over 260 members, both organisations and individuals. To create equitable and empowered communities there must be strong Peak’s voice that work with its members to advocate with and on behalf of those who are the furthest from levers of power and influence, to amplify their concerns and seek justice, to create a society that genuinely works for the benefit of all.

We need a strong, dynamic, influential leader in the Pilbara to lead and support community service delivery in the region.

The Pilbara Manager will lead and support coordinated community service delivery and advocacy in the Pilbara; play a key role in the identification and implementation of new partnership opportunities and innovations in local service provision; and contribute to ensuring that the needs of the sector and region are known and represented in state and national social policy.

The successful applicant will be a strong and connected operator, committed to addressing the needs of the most vulnerable. The person must have the ability to build positive relationships with relevant human service, business and government representatives and Aboriginal Community leaders and representatives.

The person must have the ability to work collaboratively with the key stakeholders including funders to deliver opportunities in the region that enhance the capacity of service providers and communities. Experience working in a community service organisation at senior management level, with an understanding of issues that impact the community service sector and consumers in WA is a must.

The Pilbara Manager is someone who can make a difference in the region and support WACOSS’ advocacy and sector coordination. Excellent policy development, submission development, written and report writing skills is a must. It is essential the person has strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build strong relationships and work independently in a fast-paced and changing environment.

Please note that all WACOSS staff are required to provide a valid Police Clearance and show proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless they hold a medical exemption due to a medical condition. All applicants considered for the role will need to show a proof of either COVID vaccination or a medical exemption.

The position is a six month contract from early January 2022 until end of June 2022.

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