Head Of Alumni And Community - Australia Wide / Work From Home

Buscojobs; Greater London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a passionate leader to guide their Community team in fostering equity in education. This role involves cultivating a vibrant community among program participants and empowering alumni to make impactful contributions throughout their careers. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and influencing skills, a background in community management, and a commitment to educational equity. Join a forward-thinking team that values diversity and is dedicated to closing the education gap, while enjoying flexible work practices and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible Work Practices

Professional Development Allowance

Additional Day of Leave for Birthday

12.5% Superannuation Contribution

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience with community-driven advocacy and change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Community team to cultivate a sense of community among participants.
• Develop leadership and impact of program alumni throughout their careers.

Skills

Influencing Skills

Communication Skills

Project Planning

Problem-Solving

Leadership Experience

Community Management

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing

Job description

Teach For Australia would like to acknowledge the many Traditional Custodians of the lands throughout Australia. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Australia's first peoples.

About Teach For Australia

Teach For Australia's vision is an Australia where education gives every child greater choice for their future. Our mission is to grow a community of leaders committed to equity for children and young people, by recruiting and developing exceptional people to teach and lead across Australian schools.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with an engaged community of educators working to close the education gap.
• Flexible work practices — we are a remote-first organisation with periodic in-person connections.
• Allowance and time off for professional development.
• Additional day of leave for your birthday.
• 12.5% superannuation contribution and professional development allowances, among other perks.

Role Purpose

The role leads the Community team in stewarding our long-term commitment to equity by cultivating a sense of community among program participants and developing the leadership and impact of our program alumni throughout their careers.

Ideal Candidate

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., education, business management, marketing) or equivalent experience.
• Lived experience with educational inequity or from a diverse background is highly valued; please share how this experience enhances your ability to perform this role.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to embrace new approaches and drive innovation.
• Strong influencing and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and mobilise a diverse community.
• Experience managing a community of connected individuals, creating networks and collective alliances.
• Skills in project planning, budgeting, and delivery, with adaptability and problem-solving abilities.
• Leadership and management experience, preferably in education or non-profit sectors.
• Experience with community-driven advocacy and change management.
• Alumni of a “Teach For” program or similar organisation involvement.
• Understanding of education equity issues, policy landscapes, and grassroots organising, especially in low-income, regional, or remote communities.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.