Community Engagement Consultant

Maxima is an Australia-wide not-for-profit community organisation and NDIS Provider. We operate on the ground in more than 70 locations across Australia, working towards a more inclusive Australia by supporting people into meaningful employment and providing better opportunities for economic and community participation. We reframe what’s possible for job seekers, NDIS participants and employers. We build our services around what you need, your goals and your strengths.

Maxima’s expanding footprint over its 35-year history enabling a significant extension of services to new and existing clients and customers. Maxima’s scope includes Temporary and Permanent Recruitment, Apprenticeships and Traineeships, NDIS plan support coordination and health services to people living with disability through Allied Health Services, First Nations Employment Services and Specialised Employment Services including DES, NDIS and employability training. Our combined offering is one of the most extensive not-for-profit recruitment, training and employment services in Australia, employing 480 staff nationally.

Maxima is driven by a desire to make a real difference and our staff are rewarded every day by the life-changing outcomes we create for our customers.

About the role 

The Community Engagement Consultant’s primary role is to establish and coordinate partnerships with key community stakeholders to raise the profile of Maxima’s Programs and Services. In this role, you will achieve caseload growth leading to sustainable outcomes for our customers and support the future growth of the business through meaningful partnerships that support the communities in which we serve.

Your key tasks and responsibilities:

• Investigate, understand and keep abreast of current trends in the labour market
• Promote services within community to support engagement with Maxima’s services e.g. community groups, agencies, employers and registered training organisations
• Collaborate and participate in the establishment and delivery of the Local Area Marketing Plans
• Participating and facilitating at community information sessions and attending events, expo’s and forums
• Contribute to the development of the Maxima team

This is a fixed-term, full-time role based at our Victoria Park site with regular travel required throughout the region.

You will be…

• Interested in a networking role that aims to support people from vulnerable groups, including those living with a disability
• Have an interest in supporting First Nations people with employment opportunities and Apprenticeships
• Passionate motivated and energetic
• Inspirational, goal orientated and competitive
• Creative, sensible and solutions focussed

To succeed in this role, you will have…

• Ideally, you will hold a Degree in Community Services, Disability, Management or Marketing and/or significant experience in the delivery of services to people with barriers to entering employment (desirable)
• Be experienced in delivering high levels of customer service in a complex stakeholder environment
• Have strong networks in the community and/or employment services sectors and an ability to engage with the local community
• Demonstrated experience in marketing / sales
• Ability to achieve quality outcomes in line with KPIs

You must hold a current driver’s licence, a national police check and relevant State/Territory working with children check, or be willing to obtain.

What We Offer:

• A purpose driven work environment where you can make a real impact
• Competitive salary and benefits package inclusive of ; Salary Sacrifice, Annual Leave Loading and Volunteering Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional, positive, and community-focused culture
• Training and development opportunities

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply Now’ to complete our online application form and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter.

Maxima believes in the strength of a diverse workforce. We welcome applicants who have a disability, identify as First Nations, are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or are members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The life experiences of our employees help us build strong relationships with our customers and enables us to deliver services that benefit all members of our community.

If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please call (1300 669 859) or email ***********@maxima.com.au and advise us of your preferred method of communication.