AddressThe CFA are proud of the work we do, protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees. We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experience and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.
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About the Role:
The Community Engagement Coordinator facilitates communication, collaboration with stakeholders, and oversees programs for Community Engagement, education and service delivery. They coordinate regional plans, provide advice, monitor programs and suggest improvements based on evaluations.
At the heart of our team the Community Engagement Coordinator supports volunteers to engage with their communities around fire risk reduction activities as a part of the regional and district service delivery plans for community safety, while also supervising the assessment, enhancement and reporting of education and engagement initiatives.
About You
Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
- A tertiary qualification in social science, management and/or education and training or relevant industry experience.
- Demonstrated experience in program coordination.
- Well-developed analytical skills.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Well-developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and meet tight work demands.
- Ability to build working relationships and liaise and consult with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to lead, mentor and develop casual and volunteer members.
Why choose CFA
- Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
- Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
- Growth Opportunities: Learning and development
- Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
- Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
- Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations
- Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways
Your Application
Click the 'apply' button to access our online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment-related questions.
When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.
Pre-employment Checks
Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who:
- Successfully complete a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.
CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.
Applications close: 11:59pm 5th July 2024
If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email ***********@cfa.vic.gov.au
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