Community Engagement Coordinator - Inclusive Employment Australia

The Salvation Army; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits up to $15,9T

9-day fortnight or accrued day off

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Paid parental leave

Health, wellbeing and employeediscount

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

The Salvation Army, via Employment Plus in Bayside and Eastern Melbourne, seeks a proactive Community Engagement Coordinator to build partnerships with disability providers, schools and employers and create pathways to meaningful employment for participants. This role calls for regional travel and strong networking skills.

You will develop referral pathways, promote Inclusive Employment Australia, and represent Employment Plus at events while collaborating with consultants and local leaders to

Qualifications

• Experience in Employment Services, Disability Services or Community Services
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
• Ability to identify opportunities and develop community networks
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to team success
• Sound Microsoft Office skills
• A current driver’s licence, reliable vehicle and willingness to travel throughout the region

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain community and industry partnerships
• Develop referral pathways that support participant engagement and program growth
• Promote Inclusive Employment Australia across the region
• Represent Employment Plus at community events, expos and networking opportunities
• Support employers to adopt inclusive employment practices
• Work collaboratively with Employment Consultants and local leaders
• Maintain stakeholder engagement records and reporting

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Relationship-building

Communication & presentation

Time management

Autonomy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Number of Positions Available: 1

About the Organization

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

At Employment Plus, part of The Salvation Army, we’re helping people with disability, injury and illness achieve their employment goals through the Inclusive Employment Australia program.

About the Role

We’re seeking a proactive and well-connected Community Engagement Coordinator to build partnerships across Bayside and Eastern Melbourne and create pathways that connect people to meaningful employment opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone from Employment Services, Disability Services or Community Services who enjoys networking, relationship building and creating positive community impact.

You’ll develop and maintain strategic partnerships with disability providers, schools, TAFEs, RTOs, community organisations and employers to increase awareness of our services and support participant referrals.

Key Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining community and industry partnerships
• Developing referral pathways that support participant engagement and program growth
• Promoting Inclusive Employment Australia across the region
• Representing Employment Plus at community events, expos and networking opportunities
• Supporting employers to adopt inclusive employment practices
• Working collaboratively with Employment Consultants and local leaders
• Maintaining stakeholder engagement records and reporting

Qualifications

• Experience in Employment Services, Disability Services, Community Services or a related field
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
• The ability to identify opportunities and develop community networks
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing to team success
• Sound Microsoft Office skills
• A current driver’s licence, reliable vehicle and willingness to travel throughout the region

Benefits

• Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 plus meal and entertainment benefits
• 9-day fortnight or accrued day off arrangements available
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Paid parental leave and purchased leave options
• Health, wellbeing and employee discount programs
• Opportunities for career progression within Employment Plus and The Salvation Army

Why Join Employment Plus?

• Purpose-driven work that changes lives
• Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 plus meal and entertainment benefits
• 9-day fortnight or accrued day off arrangements available
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Paid parental leave and purchased leave options
• Health, wellbeing and employee discount programs
• Opportunities for career progression within Employment Plus and The Salvation Army

At Employment Plus, we value diversity and strive for inclusivity in our recruitment process.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions.

We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm.

All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check or relevant state equivalent.

Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.

Mission, Vision & Values The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus.

Caring for people

Creating faith pathways

Building healthy communities

Working for justice

We share the love of Jesus by: Caring for people, Creating faith pathways, Building healthy communities, Working for justice.

Find more information here.

Check out how we’re bringing some more good in the world.

Why work with the Salvos? The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services.

When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis.

So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you.

Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits.

Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more.

The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provide opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential.

Check out our volunteer opportunities here.