Co-Design Project Officers (Aps5 Equivalent)

Are you passionate about working collaboratively and making a positive impact on the lives of people with disabilities? Join the dynamic team with our client as an APS5 equivalent Co-Design Project Officers.

• APS5 equivalent $55+ p/h + super
• Located in Chermside, Queensland
• Up to 6 months with potential to extend, pending business and performance requirements.

About the Team
The Co-Design and Engagement Branch plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the voices of the disability community are heard in shaping policies, processes, and initiatives.

About the Role
As an APS5 Co-Design and Engagement Officer, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating meaningful engagement with the disability community and stakeholders to enhance services and support systems. Coordinate co-design activities, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to the development of policies and initiatives guided by legislation and standards.

• Coordinate co-design working groups, workshops, and events to gather input from the disability community.
• Liaise with stakeholders to prepare co-design materials and maintain effective relationships.
• Represent the organisation at external forums and events, providing guidance and information to stakeholders.
• Deliver engagement activities aligned with the Engagement Framework, applying co-design principles.
• Manage enquiries and requests through a shared inbox, serving as a point of escalation.
• Deliver clear, concise messaging to diverse audiences, including people with disability, families, and carers.

About you
To thrive in this role, you need:

• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, preferably in the disability sector.
• Knowledge of legislation, policies, and frameworks related to disability services is desirable.
• Ability to influence effective community engagement program design through research and consultation.
• Monitoring and evaluation skills to assess stakeholder engagement projects for continuous improvement.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and understanding of the IAP2 engagement spectrum.
• Strong presentation skills for small group settings.
• Project management experience and understanding of accessibility principles is desirable.
• Be able to pass and hold a national police check and worker screening check.
• Must be an Australian Citizen.

To apply, please submit with your updated resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience. Please note this role closes on the Friday 19th of April 2024, only suitable candidates will be contacted.

At HOBAN we embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity. We welcome and encourage applications from people from all backgrounds.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email ***********@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments.