AddressCommunity Engagement Manager | Wagga Wagga
Who are we?
Kurrajong has worked for 67 years helping people with a disability achieve their goals and live a life of their choice in open, accessible and inclusive communities. We are a not-for-profit National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider. Our Head Office is based in Wagga Wagga but we are located throughout the Riverina Murray region.
About the Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our dedicated management team. The Community Engagement Manager will operate from Hildasid Farm in Wagga Wagga, and you’ll be responsible for leading the development, planning and implementation of all fundraising activities, community events and engagement programs at Kurrajong.
This is a strategic, highly visible, and hands on role and is perfect for an experienced communicator with previous fundraising and Community Engagement experience. Our ideal candidate is a purpose driven professional wanting to make a tangible difference to help children and adults with disability.
Reporting directly to the General Manager – Commercial Enterprises & General Manager – Corporate Services, key responsibilities will include:
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with donors, sponsors and supporters of Kurrajong.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and execute Kurrajong’s Community Engagement Strategy.
- Manage the day to day operations and development of Hildasid Farm encompassing community involvement, the volunteer lifecycle and commercial product opportunities such as Waterups.
- Promote and market Kurrajong to the community and play a lead role in planning and implementing projects designed to improve and expand our operations.
- Develop, monitor and oversee operational and capital budgets and implement strategies to mitigate financial risks and maintain financial sustainability.
Required skills
- Demonstrated Community Engagement skills and experience managing a range of stakeholders i.e. volunteers, supports and donors
- Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to problem solve
- Strategic thinker allowing you to plan, implement and review strategy and initiatives
- Effective communicator with experience building relationships and delivering engagement and fundraising activities in the NFP or private sector
- Working knowledge of the MS Office suite and ability to leverage technology (Salesforce)
Benefits of Working at Kurrajong
Our goal is to be the best disability services provider – both for clients and our staff. People are at the centre of our business and we happily provide this position with the following:
- Rewarding and positive workplace culture
- Relevant professional development and training as required
- Paid parental leave (after 2 years’ service)
- A fully maintained vehicle for private use
- A mobile phone for business and private use
- NFP salary packaging
- Staff wellbeing program including EAP access
Interested in Applying?
To learn more about the opportunity please contact General Manager - Corporate Services, Andrew McIntosh on 0419 862 *** or email *********@kurrajong.com.au All enquires and applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.
To download the position description, visit: kurrajong.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/PD-CEM.pdf
To download the information pack, visit: kurrajong.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/CEMIP.pdf
Applications will close 5pm, Wednesday 29th May 2024.
Please apply via our website by providing a resume and cover letter addressing the essential criteria in the position description.
All applicants must have or be eligible to hold appropriate COVID vaccination status, NDIS Worker Screening Check & Working with Children Check.
Our Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce
We are an EEO employer. Kurrajong does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, colour, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion, political views, socioeconomic status or any other protected attributes under Australian legislation. We believe each person’s uniqueness makes us even better at the work we do.
Our vision is to create open, accessible and inclusive communities for all.
