Community Development Officer

What does this AMAZING career journey in Community Engagement look like?

Your new career journey starts HERE! Say goodbye to mundane work days  and embrace change! You will be surrounded and supported by people who are invested in your success! People who are committed to positivity and making a difference to the community. The Community Development Officer will work collaboratively alongside the Resident Services team to develop, deliver and revise programs and services that build and improve our resident’s social wellbeing. 

What will your new day look like?

• You will proactively develop community partnerships which support the needs of our residents;
• Develop, implement and manage Community Engagement strategies and activities;
• Establish strong relationships with local businesses, community groups, networks and Government and Non-Government organisations and work collaboratively with these partners to deliver outcomes for our residents 
• Consult with our residents and seek feedback so that our programs are guided by the residents; 
• Plan and facilitate social outings and activities of which meet the needs of our residents;
• Effectively communicate across all business departments and units to support the education and knowledge of staff on Resident Engagement opportunities and programs;
• Identify and undertake grant submissions of which benefit the needs of our residents, and if successful, implement and oversee grants and funding; 
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets and systems of which capture data and support the delivery of programs and ensure reporting systems are kept up to date;
• Identify innovative ideas of which empower residents to engage and participate with our services and programs; 
• Facilitate program reviews and provide written analysis and reports on findings 

Is this you? Passion, drive, enthusiasm? Then we NEED you!

• Do you believe in everybody's “right” to have a place to call home?
• Are you energised and motivated by building relationships?
• Do you pride yourself on impeccable attention to detail?
• Are you committed to creating thriving communities?
• Do you relish accountability?
• Do you face challenges head on with positivity?
• Are passionate about providing the best possible customer service experience you can?

Then come on this adventure with us!

What does Evolve Housing do? Why are we an amazing workplace? 

 Evolve Housing Limited is one of Australia's leading not-for-profit Community Housing Providers (CHPs), focusing on providing social and affordable housing. We provide innovative housing services and solutions to those in need and develop partnerships that provide positive social outcomes for individuals and their communities.     

 Evolve Housing has over 25 years' experience in property and tenancy management and a reputation for social excellence. With a current portfolio of over 4,000 social and affordable properties housing over 10,000 people, we offer the opportunity to work for a dynamic and rapidly growing organisation.

 Some important things you will need to begin this journey!

1. Tertiary qualifications in social science, community services, humanities or similar discipline
2. Significant proven experience working with community groups and organisations
3. A proactive, go getting approach to developing new relationships
4. Demonstrated ability to engage stakeholders and develop and maintain productive partnerships that are outcome focused 
5. Sound understanding of Community Housing and challenges faced by Community Housing tenants
6. Engagement skills and demonstrated ability to engage with vulnerable people
7. Demonstrated application of effective and appropriate communication skills at a high level, including written skills, cultural sensitivity. Listening and interviewing
8. Highly organised with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritise competing deadlines
9. Strong computer literacy and confidence in using and learning software applications (ie. MS Office Word & Excel) and in particular Intermediate levels of Excel
10. Valid Criminal Check, NDIS check and Working with Children Check
11. Current drivers licence with the right to drive in Australia

What benefits will you receive?

You will be part of a culture with true purpose, where we care about helping our clients and our community drive.

Do you want a career that takes you places?

You will be paid a generous salary where NFP salary sacrifice can increase your take home net pay by approximately $10K through salary packaging benefits.

You will be guaranteed flexibility with a 35 hour week or the choice of a compressed working 9 day fortnight and working from home options.

You will secure a career that takes you places through ongoing career development.

What happens next?

To apply, submit your resume and a covering letter addressing all selection criteria. 

Evolve Housing encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.

Evolve Housing welcomes applicants from Culturally & Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.

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