Deafblind Camp Project Lead — Part-Time (2 days/wk)

Able Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Able Australia is seeking a Project Officer to help organise the Deafblind Camp from November 3, 2025, to April 24, 2026. The role is for 2 days each week, based at the National Office in Surrey Hills, VIC.

You will coordinate with participants, support workers, Auslan interpreters, volunteers, camp coordinators, and other stakeholders, working closely with the Deafblind Services Manager. A background in Auslan is desirable, and a current driver’s licence is required.

Qualifications

• High level problem solving and analytic skills.
• Highly developed communication skills including the ability to communicate with people with complex communication support needs.
• Project management skills.
• Experience in rostering staff according to the requirements of the camp.
• Stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.
• Experience in the disability sector, ideally with people living with deafblindess.
• Knowledge of and ability to coordinate large teams of people and match communication guides with participants.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Deafblind Camp by working with participants, support workers, Auslan interpreters, volunteers, camp coordinators and other stakeholders.
• Support our Deafblind Services Manager in planning and executing camp activities.
• Liaise with participants and carers to ensure accessible participation and wellbeing.

Skills

Problem solving

Auslan skills

Project management

Roster coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Disability sector

Team coordination

Education

Auslan certificate

Job description

Able Australia is seeking a Project Officer to help organise the Deafblind Camp from November 3, 2025, to April 24, 2026. The role is for 2 days each week, based at the National Office in Surrey Hills, VIC.

You will coordinate with participants, support workers, Auslan interpreters, volunteers, camp coordinators, and other stakeholders, working closely with the Deafblind Services Manager. A background in Auslan is desirable, and a current driver’s licence is required.