Business & Community Development Officer-Parental Leave Contract

You know who you are.
Do you desire to change people’s lives and use your business development skillsthat encourage collaboration and community connection! Carers Queenslandis the place where you can play an incredibly rewarding role in an environmentthat truly values diversity and inclusion.

In 2024 - Would you like to:

• Do work that builds and then maintains incredible relationships and partnerships with targeted community organisations and employers in Queensland.
• Attend community events, networks, and exhibitions to promote Your Caring Way and support lead generation for program intake targets and placement opportunities.
• Provide information and training sessions on Carer Friendly Businesses with prospective employers/organisations to achieve program Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to help build carer friendly workplaces.

Welcome to Your Caring Way!

Developed by Carers Queensland, the Your Caring Way (YCW)Program is a tri-state, federally funded pilot program. Funded since 2020and now until June 30th, 2025, we are very proud of the innovative vocationalservice that we provide which is designed to support unpaid carers to enter orre-enter the workforce by building their capability through vocationalcoaching, training and placement as well as community capacity by establishingpartnerships with local employers, community service providers and registeredtraining organisations. 

The Position

The Business & Community Development Officer(parental leave) brings together both the drive for business withthe passion for community outcomes to ensure our pilot program in Queenslandthrives! The opportunity of this role will allow you to bring your creative,inspiring, support planning experience to the Queensland community! That meansYOU get to work in a role that connects your heart and mind! If you lovecommunity collaboration, creating events that build capacity, have a drive forbest practice outcomes and love to build a brand that aligns to your work ethicand passions - then this might be just what you have been looking for! 

A rewarding role in every way - so what is in it for you?

• Enjoy flexible working options with full-time - parental Leave contract from 4th March until 1st November 2024.
• Attractive remuneration package of CSW5.1 - $94,177.78 per annum + 11% Super + Accrued Days Off (ADO) each month available + transfer your long service leave via QLEAVE (if applicable).
• Full not-for-profit tax benefits available - $15,900 per annum + excellent not-for-profit tax benefits + access to private health corporate employee benefits with Medibank Private.
• Fantastic workplace culture with multiple inclusion initiatives including Rainbow Tick Accreditation.
• Work for a non-for-profit organisation with a mission to make life better by connecting and enriching the lives of people in our community.
• Professional development opportunities + a flexible and supportive work environment where your contribution is highly valued and our organisational values of integrity, respect, diversity, empowerment, and adaptability are heavily integrated into our culture.
• Work vehicle available!  

What can you bring to this role?

• 3+ years demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to engage and entice people to the service.
• Superstar customer service skills + a proactive and growth mindset!
• The ability to work autonomously while love being part of an awesome team that is proactive, fun aka class themselves as “Cool Cats”! 
• A high energy - self-starter attitude with your desire to go the extra mile! 
• Amazing networking abilities that foster long term relationship.

Please note: Successful candidates will berequired to clear probity checks including Disability Worker Screening andWorking with Children Check paid for by the successful applicant.

What next? - Be a part of real change and... click onthe 'Apply' button at the top of this page.

• Review the Position Description and Key Selection Criteria documents on the next page in the yellow envelope to the right.
• Follow the prompts ensuring to upload your resume and a cover letter (please ensure both documents are attached) which addresses your suitability for the role including what strengths, skills and ability you possess that add value to our team and organisation that you feel you can bring to the role.
• Incomplete applications WILL NOT be considered and due to the high volume of applications we reserve the right to remove the advertisement prior to close date: please note ONLY successful applicates will be contacted for interview.

Applications close: 21st February 2024.

For further detailed information please email Rhiannon(State Program Lead):  *******@yourcaringway.com.au 

We are where we need to be! Are you?

We will be interviewing whilst this advertisement is inprogress.

So don’t wait - apply now!

Carers Queensland is committed to maintaining a diverseworkforce that reflects the diverse needs of the people we support. CarersQueensland is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications frompeople with a disability, and from culturally and linguistically diversebackgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and the LGBTIQ+community. Carers Queensland encourages applicants to advise thisinformation in their cover letter, so that we can meet the needs of eachapplicant. Carers Queensland actively seeks to employ people who reflect thediversity of our clients.