Partnerships and Projects Worker - VCCH

VincentCare; City of Maribyrnong; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Flexible work options

Hybrid opportunities

Supportive culture

Purpose-led work

Job summary

VincentCare Community Housing in Maribyrnong is seeking a Partnerships and Projects Worker to lead community programs, coordinate volunteers and build partnerships with local organisations to support residents.

Opening in 2026, the Maribyrnong site will provide 83 long-term social and affordable homes. You will collaborate with residents, volunteers and partners to foster inclusive, resident-led initiatives and contribute to planning and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Health, Community Services or related field.
• Proven leadership and ability to motivate others.
• Experience with community housing, social housing or homelessness services.
• Strong understanding of community development and resident-led initiatives.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in report writing, budget management and administrative processes.
• Collaborative, adaptable and proactive with commitment to social justice and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and coordinate a team of volunteers, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
• Establish a residents' committee and encourage resident-led decision-making.
• Develop and deliver community programs, activities and events to strengthen connections and promote wellbeing.
• Build partnerships with local service providers and community organisations.
• Welcome new residents and support their transition into the community.
• Mentor residents through training, skill development and leadership opportunities.
• Develop volunteer rosters, training plans and processes for effective delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve services and outcomes.
• Contribute to strategic planning, reporting, budget management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure programs comply with policies, legislation and WHS requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Communication

Project coordination

Budget management

Report writing

Volunteer coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Health/Community Services

Job description

Be part of one of Victoria’s leading not-for-profits and help create meaningful change in the community every day.

Location

VincentCare Community Housing - Maribyrnong

Work type

Part-Time – Ongoing

Hourly rate

Competitive Salary + Tax reducing salary package

Working model

Onsite

About the role

Make a real difference

VincentCare Community Housing (VCCH) is seeking a passionate and motivated Partnerships and Projects Worker to join our team and play a key role in building a welcoming, inclusive and connected community at our new Maribyrnong Community Housing site.

Opening in 2026, the Maribyrnong development will provide 83 long-term social and affordable housing homes, creating opportunities for individuals and families to access safe, secure and sustainable housing.

In this exciting role, you will lead the development and delivery of community programs, coordinate volunteers and build meaningful partnerships with local organisations to support residents and strengthen community connections.

Working closely with residents, volunteers and community partners, you will help create opportunities for residents to develop skills, build confidence and actively participate in decisions that shape their community.

As part of the VCCH leadership team, you will also contribute to strategic planning, service improvements and initiatives that promote positive and sustainable outcomes for residents.

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About you

You are a passionate and community-minded professional who enjoys bringing people together and creating meaningful change. With strong leadership and relationship-building skills, you are committed to empowering individuals and building inclusive, connected communities.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Health, Community Services or a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to motivate and support others.
• Experience or knowledge of community housing, social housing and homelessness services.
• A strong understanding of community development principles and resident-led initiatives.
• Knowledge of the community services sector, including housing, family violence and social support.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and project coordination abilities.
• Experience in report writing, budget management and administrative processes.
• A collaborative, adaptable and proactive approach, with a commitment to social justice and inclusion.

Experience in community development or volunteer coordination will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, coordinate and support a team of volunteers, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
• Work alongside residents to establish a residents' committee and encourage resident-led decision-making.
• Develop and deliver community programs, activities and events that strengthen connections and promote resident wellbeing.
• Build partnerships with local service providers and community organisations to expand opportunities for residents.
• Welcome new residents and support their transition into the community.
• Empower residents through mentoring, training, skill development and leadership opportunities.
• Develop volunteer rosters, training plans and processes to support effective program delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve services and achieve positive resident outcomes.
• Contribute to strategic planning, reporting, budget management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure programs comply with organisational policies, legislation and workplace health and safety requirements.

Why join Vinnies?

• Not for profit salary packaging – increases your take-home pay
• Make an impact – support over 300,000 Victorians each year
• Flexible work options – including hybrid opportunities (where applicable)
• Supportive culture – family-friendly and values-driven
• Purpose-led work – contribute to social justice every day

About Vincent Care Community Housing

VincentCare Community Housing is a subsidiary of St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria. Together, St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria, VincentCare Victoria, and VincentCare Community Housing, the Society's registered Housing Provider, are building homes and communities to sustain long‑term housing and rebuild lives. We manage multiple properties and provide expertise and services through the entire housing journey: from property development, tenancy management, to our integrated support model for residents.

These include transitional properties, independent living units and head leased properties. Our projects highlight the power of collaboration between the federal government, the community housing sector and funders to drive lasting change in the fight against homelessness.

We advocate for fair housing, stronger communities and investment in social capital that helps people build stability for the long term.

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Applications close: 27^th November 2026

Important information

• Pre-employment checks are required (including National Police Check, Working With Children Check and right to work)
• We are committed to child safety
• We value diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all backgrounds

No agencies please.

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