About Wyndham CEC

Wyndham CEC is a not-for-profit organisation funded to deliver education and community programs and services to vulnerable young people and adults across western Melbourne. In particular, Wyndham CEC works closely with individuals from refugee backgrounds through its settlement services, community services, employment and education programs.

The Opportunity

An opportunity has become available for an experienced individual to undertake the role of Community Strengthening Manager at Wyndham CEC on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Director of Community Services, this position is accountable for meeting the performance indicators set out in the Community Strengthening Unit (CSU) operational plan and is responsible for reporting to local, state and federal government departments on contracted programs and activities.

As the successful candidate your responsibilities will include:

• leading and managing a complex set of programs and services and staff in the CSU
• identifying new programs and services to ensure sustainability of the CSU
• developing, implementing and managing annual program budgets
• meeting all program compliance and regulatory requirements
• developing and maintaining a diverse range of stakeholder relationships, advocacy skills and represent the organisation when required

About You

The successful applicant will have relevant tertiary qualifications and substantial demonstrated success in a management role including a minimum of five-years of relevant experience.

You will have exceptional people management skills, excellent conceptual, analytical and cognitive skills including high attention to detail, and the ability to identify emerging issues trends and opportunities.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain high level stakeholder relations and professional networks.

Selection Criteria (applications must address all selection criteria)

1. Be able to operate within the vision and values of the Wyndham Community and Education Centre Inc. including the genuine commitment to access and equity principles and the concept of multiculturalism and multifaith.
2. Demonstrated ability to manage government funding contracts and meet all reporting requirements including oversight of financials, risk and compliance.
3. Demonstrated ability to manage staff.
4. Possess a strong knowledge of the needs of newly arrived migrant and refugee communities, especially those from new and emerging communities and demonstrated experience working in this area.
5. Strong organisational skills and high level oral and written communication skills, including report writing and grant applications, and the ability to independently manage time, prioritise and meet set timelines in an environment of competing priorities.
6. Demonstrated ability to work within and across networks and form strong partnerships including high level skills in government relations, stakeholder relationships and advocacy.
7. Excellent analytical, investigative and cognitive skills and the ability to identify emerging issues and risks and create strategic responses to emerging trends and opportunities.

Important Notes

• Wyndham CEC’s safety screening processes require the successful applicant to consent to a National Criminal History check and referee checks; confirmation of employment with Wyndham CEC is subject to a satisfactory outcome of these checks.
• Wyndham CEC is committed to being a child safe organisation and the successful applicant must provide a current Working with Children Check card or commit to applying for one.
• Wyndham CEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages people with a disability to apply.
• Wyndham CEC acknowledges and respects the privacy of individuals and handles personal information in compliance with National Privacy Principles.
• The successful applicant will require a Victorian driver’s licence and must have the right to work in Australia.
• The role is full time.
• Salary packaging available.

Enquiries to [email protected] using the subject line: Community Strengthening Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs or 03 9742 4013.

A position description is attached.