Community Outreach & Development Coordinator

St Vincent de Paul Society NSW; Mittagong; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Tax-free benefits (up to $15,900)

Career progression

Learning & Development

Wellbeing support

Inclusive RAP/DIAP culture

Job summary

St Vincent de Paul Society NSW invites applications for an exciting, newly created role that strengthens community connections and supports place-based, person-led practice. You will work with local teams, leaders and partner organisations to build trust and amplify community voices while shaping solutions that improve real lives.

You will join a supportive, inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and learning, committed to engaging diverse communities and delivering meaningful

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience in community development.
• Experience delivering programs, events, or educational activities in community settings.
• Confidence working with individuals experiencing homelessness, trauma, mental health challenges, substance use, or long-term unemployment.
• A strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, with sound de-escalation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with capacity to manage competing priorities.
• Computer literacy and the ability to manage reporting and digital tools effectively.
• Current NSW Driver Licence and valid Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, deliver, and facilitate community outreach programs and activities that foster social inclusion and build individual and community capacity.
• Work closely with internal teams—including homelessness, housing, and health services—to create safe, inclusive, and welcoming environments.
• Strengthen local partnerships and collaborate with stakeholders to extend support networks and increase engagement.
• Assess individual needs during outreach and provide appropriate information, resources, and referrals.
• Implement strategies that promote participation and inclusivity among People We Assist (PWA).
• Set up, pack down, and manage logistics for pop-up community outreach activities.
• Maintain clear records, feedback mechanisms, and data to support program evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Uphold workplace health and safety practices to ensure safe environments for all participants, members, volunteers, and staff.

Skills

Community development

Program delivery

Trauma-informed approach

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Collaboration

Reporting & digital tools

Driver Licence

Education

Tertiary qualifications in community development or related field

Job description

St Vincent de Paul Society NSW invites applications for an exciting, newly created role that strengthens community connections and supports place-based, person-led practice. You will work with local teams, leaders and partner organisations to build trust and amplify community voices while shaping solutions that improve real lives.

You will join a supportive, inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and learning, committed to engaging diverse communities and delivering meaningful