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ACADEMIC LEAD – THE ATLANTIC FELLOWS FOR SOCIAL EQUITY (INDIGENOUS APPLICANTS ONLY)

The University of Melbourne,, Victoria University of Melbourne

Job no: 0046962
Work type: Fixed Term
Location: Parkville
Division/Faculty: Office of Vice-Chancellor's Office
Department/School: Department of Engagement
Salary: $120,993 – $139,510 (Level C)
Role & Superannuation rate: Academic – 9.5% superannuation
Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).
– Join Australia's number 1 University †
– Career opportunities, professional development, work-life balance.
Salary: Level C $120,993 – $139,510 p.a. plus 9.5% superannuation         
             Level D $145,685 – $160,500 p.a plus 9.5% superannuation
About The Atlantic Fellows for Social Equity Program
The Atlantic Fellows for Social Equity Program is an Indigenous-led collaborative social change fellowship program based at the University of Melbourne and funded by The Atlantic Philanthropies.
The Fellowship is for proven and provocative social change makers committed to new forms of deeply engaged collaborative leadership, and is informed by Indigenous ways of knowing, doing and being.
Throughout the year-long Fellowship, the program provides the tools, resources and connections for Fellows, most of whom are Indigenous, to become deeply-engaged changemakers across the Pacific region. 
About the role
Over the next 20 years the Atlantic Fellows for Social Equity (AFSE) will create a network of more than 400 change agents, innovators and social provocateurs.
The AFSE program provides capacity and freedom for social change leaders to create positive social impact at scale. Through a 12-month Fellowship and ongoing connection with the global Atlantic Fellows network, Atlantic Fellows will be part of a collaborative social change leadership network helping societies succeed and flourish, especially Indigenous communities.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Academic Lead will be required to work collaboratively with key stakeholders to enable selective and strategic scholarly engagement in a team context, thereby supporting the iterative design and delivery of the fellowship program. In addition, the incumbent will be required to work collaboratively on the development of a program of research that directly supports the Fellows, building on the excellence of program content and contributing to the Program’s narrative change work. 
As an academic appointee in a non-academic department the Academic Lead will be required to maintain strong relationships and lead academic collaboration across the University of Melbourne and other key academic collaborators. 
About you

  • You would have completed a PhD degree in a field demonstrably related to social change initiatives (e.g. education, law, health).
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and cultures, and ways of knowing and doing.
  • Demonstrated strong record in teaching and learning practice in higher education.
  • Evidence of program leadership in the higher education sector. Relevant research experience and skills as demonstrated by a record of quality refereed research publications, and a national profile.
  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with proven success working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including academic peers, industry, community, policy makers and government.
  • Demonstrated commitment to and passion for positive provocation and catalytic systems change.
  • Experience with or knowledge of Indigenous curriculum and inclusive pedagogies and/or non-standard teaching and learning programs, with non-academic teams.

In addition to the above, a Level D appointment will be required to demonstrate the following:

  • Evidence of developing a strong international profile in publications and grant success.
  • Demonstrated capacity to initiate, implement and evaluate significant new programs of activity.

† The University of Melbourne is the Number 1 University in Australia and among the leading Universities in the world, according to The Times Higher Education world reputational ranking, the National Taiwan University ranking, The Times Higher Education world university ranking and Shanghai Jiao Tong Academic Ranking of World Universities.

Applications close: 28 Nov 2018 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

For full position information go to: http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/listing and search by the job title or job number.

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Indigenous Opportunity – Store Attendant – Enoggera & RAAF Amberley

Enoggera, Queensland Skout Solutions ABN: 40 614 706 526

The Company

Broadspectrum are an operations, maintenance and services organisation operating globally in the resources, energy, industrial, infrastructure, rail, and property and Defence sectors. This is a diverse and growing business, offering a dynamic and challenging environment with a breadth of risk profile rarely found in a single organisation.

 

We have a long and successful partnership with the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the partnership continues to grow. Broadspectrum has been successful in securing the National Clothing Store Services Contract (NCSS) for the ADF over the next 5 years with potential for extensions beyond that tenure, so it would be a great time to join the team. Clothing Stores are primary logistic functions characterised by the process of Sales and Issue of Clothing and Personal Equipment (C&PE); Medal Mounting; Tailoring and Operational Kitting skills. Internal movement of Freight is also involved. These services are provided to Defence individuals and Defence elements.

The Role

Broadspectrum are currently looking to engage a Store Attendant for the NCSS contract to assist with the daily operational functions of the Enoggera Barracks & RAAF Base Amberley stores.

The Stores Attendant is responsible for:

  • Providing customer service and delivery of uniforms to Defence Personnel
  • Monitoring stock using a computer based system (MILIS) and managing in’s and out’s as appropriate including returns and stock tracking
  • All elements of the NCSS contract within the base are carried out in accordance with the contract requirements and appropriate Defence and Broadspectrum services policy.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

  • Experience in a logistics, customer service (Retail) or warehousing environment
  • Experience within Defence sector (highly regarded)
  • Demonstrated customer service, impeccable communication and organisational skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team
  • Demonstrated written communication and IT skills
  • An ability to work flexibly and adaptively in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders
  • Drivers licence and vehicle preferable

You must be an Australian citizen and able to maintain a Department of Defence Security Clearance to Apply. As such as part of your application you will be required to complete a National Police check and Pre Employment Medical including a drug and alcohol screen

To Apply

Please visit the Careers section of our website or Click “APPLY” to forward your application CV, along with copies of any relevant qualifications; and proof of Citizenship

 

Broadspectrum respectfully acknowledges Indigenous Australians both past and present as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we work.  Broadspectrum values a flexible and diverse workforce and encourages Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people to apply for this vacancy.

This position will only be offered to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants and is an equal opportunity measure under Section 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing Diversity and Creating Inclusion is a key component of our Talent Management Strategy. The creation of a Diverse and Inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success, creating a high-performance business

 

Please quote Job Ref: 102623

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Support Facilitator, PIR CAH. Full-Time – Adelaide

Adelaide, South Australia Life Without Barriers
About the Organisation
Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose, not for profit organisation of 6,100 employees working in more than 440 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client’s individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

About the Program
Partners in Recovery (PIR) is an innovative program directed at supporting people in the community with severe and persistent mental illness and complex needs. PIR will assist and coordinate multiple services and support systems to work in a more collaborative, integrated way so that people with severe and persistent mental illness and complex needs are better supported to access the right service at the right time in their journey to recovery.

Life Without Barriers is a consortium member of Central Adelaide and Hills Partners in Recovery (CAH PIR). Great opportunities exist for cross-sectorial learning and knowledge transfer.

About the Role
We are currently seeking suitably skilled and enthusiastic individuals to join our team in Adelaide as Support Facilitator on a full-time basis until 30/6/2019.

A Support Facilitator is the key representative of the PIR program at the frontline, coordinating the care of consumers and finding solutions to their complex needs, liaising with all stakeholders and providing feedback on the PIR program.

Skills & Experience
The role is suited to an experienced professional with a background in working with clients with complex needs and mental health issues, a commitment to innovation and systems change that results in better outcomes for this target group and for those with a passion and aptitude for strong consumer advocacy.

As a Support Facilitator you will work with consumers applying a person-centred, recovery focused approach. Highly developed interpersonal communication skills will be required, including relationship building, negotiation, advocacy and conflict resolution. Experience working in a culturally sensitive manner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and a willingness to work and train in culturally appropriate approaches; Current Driver Licence.

Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including a DCSI Child Related employment screening and inhouse National Criminal History Record Check.

Benefits
• Opportunity to work for one of Australia’s largest not for profit organisations
• Attractive Remuneration Package with excellent tax benefits
• Growing organisation with great career opportunities

How to Apply
Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. For any enquiries including persons with disability that require adjustments, contact recruitment@lwb.org.au

Applications close at midnight AEST on Wednesday, 5th December 2018.

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Workplace Trainer – Multiple Roles Available

Perth, Western Australia Mission Australia

  • Newly created roles to work in the nationally delivered NDIS
  • Strong training, facilitation and compliance focus
  • 3 x FT roles and 1 x PT role – all roles 2.5 years fixed term contracts
  • Multiple Perth locations – Midland or Morley, Balcatta and Maddington

Are you a passionate trainer and facilitator? Deliver NDIA training packages to our new LAC team in a national organisation offering attractive salary and benefits!
 
About Mission Australia
Mission Australia is a non-denominational Christian charity that has been helping vulnerable Australians move towards independence for more than 155 years. 
 
Every day we support people nationwide by combatting homelessness, assisting disadvantaged families and children, addressing mental health issues, fighting substance dependencies and much more. We're generously supported by our funders, partners and tens of thousands of everyday Australians, who make the work of our tireless volunteers and staff possible.
 
The NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) works to support people with disabilities to participate in and contribute to social and economic life, as well as provide certainty that people with disability will receive the care and support they need throughout their lives. The NDIS provides a number of ways to assist people with disability to exercise choice, including taking reasonable risks in the pursuit of their goals and the planning and delivery of their supports. One of the ways this is done is through Local Area Coordination (LAC). For more information, please search www.ndia.com.au.
 
The role
As our Workplace Trainer, you are a vital link between the NDIA and our Local Area Coordination staff for NDIS-related learning and development needs. Your responsibilities include planning, facilitating and delivering staff training across a designated region, focusing on both performance enhancements and ensuring compliance against relevant service delivery standards, policies and procedures. 
 
Your key performance areas include (not limited to):
 

  • Delivering training to Local Area Coordination Staff in line with NDIA requirements
  • Maintaining ongoing communication with NDIA to determine training needs and report training outcomes
  • Working collaboratively with Workplace Trainers across other Mission Australia LAC areas to ensure consistent performance across service delivery standards

 
About you
As a skilled and experienced Workplace Trainer, you will have outstanding interpersonal and facilitation skills and have always naturally embraced diversity. You consistently demonstrate a positive and approachable disposition to all people, including those experiencing varying levels of ability.
 
Self-motivated in your approach, you thrive both when working independently and in a team, and you’re committed to delivering high quality outcomes across a range of performance areas. You possess excellent organisation and time management skills, including when facilitating, and you enjoy planning and delivering workplace training across diverse audiences, as well as documenting and reporting training outcomes. 
 
To ensure your success in the role, you possess:

  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in delivery of Workplace Training
  • The ability to adjust delivery modes and methods to maximise impact and engagement
  • Ability to conduct training needs analysis and develop, implement and review training plans
  • Able to establish mechanisms for feedback and continuous improvement of all training packages
  • Experience of working in, or alongside community services sector or equivalent is desirable
  • Lived experience of disability (encouraged)

 
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join our team in the midst of some major changes in the Australian disability sector. Full NDIS related training and ongoing professional development opportunities are provided.
 
People with a lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
 
Benefits
Mission Australia ensures our employees are well supported, celebrated and compensated through:

  • Salary packaging, which can add up to $15,900 in tax-free pay per year (Advantage Salary)
  • Paid study, maternity and paternity leave
  • Salary continuance insurance
  • An Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service
  • Access to internal and external training opportunities and workplace mentoring
  • Quarterly Celebrate awards that recognise service and adherence to our values
  • Generous Enterprise Agreement conditions

 For further information regarding working with us visit Working for Mission Australia.

To Apply
We encourage applicants to apply immediately as shortlisting will commence soon
 
Should you require additional support to successfully complete an application or for general inquiries regarding the role please email to LACWA@missionaustralia.com.au.
 
To apply for this position, click on the Apply Now button below and follow the links to our online system.  Please complete all steps; upload your resume in a word format; a cover letter is welcomed but not necessary as our online forms will ask you questions regarding your suitability.
 
As part of our Employment screening process you will be required to undertake a National criminal history check and a current Working with Children check or apply if you do not already hold one.
 
Diversity & Inclusion
Mission Australia is an inclusive employer. We celebrate our diversity and strive to reflect contemporary Australian society and all the communities in which we work, in order to better serve our clients. We welcome and encourage applications from Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse people, People with Disability, Sexually and Gender Diverse people, people with lived experience of adversity and from people of all ages. Learn about our Reconciliation Action Plan.
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Health Promotion Coordinator

Katherine, Northern Territory Employment Office
About the Opportunity
Sunrise Health Service (SHS) now has a rewarding opportunity for a Health Promotion Coordinator to join their dedicated, multidisciplinary team on a full-time basis.

Reporting to the Dietitian/Nutritionist Cluster Leader your primary responsibility will be planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion initiatives throughout the SHS communities and managing and mentoring three community-based workers.

Key responsibilities include:
* Devising a health promotion strategic plan around general health promotion;
* Coordinating the general health promotion activities;
* Coordinating and implementing a social media/marketing campaign to use for health promotion;
* Engaging in community consultations regularly, including gathering feedback;
* Building and maintaining partnerships with local stakeholders to help develop and support a coordinated approach to health promotion in communities; and
* Coordinating the development of new culturally-appropriate Health Promotion resources when needed.

Although the SHS office is located in Katherine, you may need to live and work in remote communities during the week. SHS will provide accommodation for any overnight stays while working in the communities.

About the Benefits
This is a rewarding role that offers you the opportunity to advance your career as part of a highly respected organisation. In addition, you will receive ongoing professional training opportunities to ensure your future career excels.

Your dedication will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package circa $83,256 to $99,841 (commensurate with qualifications and experience) plus a range of benefits including:
* 6 weeks leave per year;
* Up to 10 days study leave;
* Salary packaging options; 
* Relocation Assistance; and
* Travel allowances.

Additionally, working at Sunrise Health Service and living in the Katherine region has lifestyle benefits that are unique to the Northern Territory. With Australia's most stunning landscapes on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, the Northern Territory is the place to be to make the most of life's adventures.

About the Organisation
Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation's main purpose is to improve the health and wellbeing of the people in the region east of Katherine in the Northern Territory using a holistic approach that includes a high standard of medical care, the promotion of social justice and the overcoming of the sickness that affects so many people in the region. This is done through the organisation's health clinics and health education, mixing together traditional Indigenous culture and the best of mainstream medicine.

Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation works in partnership with Northern Territory PHN (NT PHN), who provide support services to health professionals and organisation across the Northern Territory. NT PHN offers support and assistance to eligible nurses and allied health professionals who are relocating them to the NT for the purposes of employment.

Please note: Applications close Friday 1st February 2019 at 6 PM.
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Casual Assistant Store Manager

New South Wales, NEW South Wales Australian Red Cross
* Casual Position
* Based in Leura

Who we are
Australian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation. Our aim is to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in Australia and across our region.
 
About the role
Supported by the Area Manager, the role is responsible for driving sales to achieve targets through clear direction and an engaged workforce, ensuring a positive customer experience and engaging with the local community.
 
You will provide and maintain high levels of customer service in line with Australian Red Cross customer service standards. The position will be responsible for processing all sales through the POS/Cash register/Eftpos accurately in line with retail policy and procedures.
 
Additionally, the role will ensure Australian Red Cross service information is readily available to customers. Actively promoting the benefits, activities and opportunities of the Red Cross to the community.
 
What you will bring
* Excellent communication skills.
* Proven cash handling skills and stock rotation experience
* Demonstrated ability to maintain an awareness of current fashion trends and brands.
* Proven reliability and punctuality with a positive can do attitude

Benefits
Be part of one of the largest humanitarian organisations and know that the work that you do will help improve outcomes for vulnerable people. Red Cross offers generous salary packaging benefits and flexible working arrangements.

Further information
For more information about this role please refer to the position description below or contact Lesley Harrison on 0435323582
 
Assistant Store Manager – PD.pdf
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Case Manager – YHaRS

Queensland, Queensland Australian Red Cross
* Duration: Maximum Term
* Hours: Full time
* Location: Toowoomba, QLD

Who we are
Australian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation. Our aim is to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in Australia and across our region.
 
About the role
The role of the Case Manager will contribute to enabling operational goals and work plans for Toowoomba Youth Housing and Reintegration Service (YHaRS) whilst reporting to the Team Leader. The aim of YHaRS is to help reduce homelessness through the provision of support, brokerage and accommodation for young people who are transitioning from a period of sentence, living in unstable or temporary housing.
 
This position is responsible for adopting a case management approach that is planned, integrated and delivered in a coordinated way. The role will operate from a strengths based and capacity building framework and ensure that standards and principles that promote social inclusion, human rights and young persons choice, form part of their practice framework.
 
What you will bring
* Significant experience of working with individuals and/or families with complex needs, in a community services' organisation or similar setting
* Demonstrate knowledge of evidence based case management strategies and principles with proven experience in delivering case management services to people 'at risk' of and/or experiencing vulnerabilities
* Knowledge of and experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse people and communities
* Exhibit experience of administering Brokerage funds in the context of case management plans
* Ability to exercise initiative, discretion and judgement in working both independently and as part of a team

The benefits
Be part of one of the largest humanitarian organisations and know that the work contributes to improving outcomes for vulnerable people. Red Cross offers generous salary packaging benefits and flexible working arrangements.
 
Further information
For further information about this role, please refer to the position description or contact Charlene Keller on 07 4614 1600
 
Case Manager YHARS FINAL 240918.pdf

Location: Australia and Oceania,–Queensland
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Senior Advisor Organisational Performance and Social Impact

Melbourne, Victoria Government vacancies
Do you have:
– Extensive experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis of socio-economic trends that impact on Indigenous people
– Expertise in meeting outcomes within Commonwealth reporting requirements, including use of social return on investment frameworks
– Collaborating with the team to develop monthly agency and program reporting for readership including program staff, Executive, CEO, Board Committees and the Board as required

IBA’s Strategy & Innovation division is seeking a dynamic team player with these skills to support IBA in identifying, collecting, analysing and disseminating complex data while ensuring we achieve our targets as set out in our corporate and strategic plans.

** This position is being advertised under provisions of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 that enable affirmative measures to identify particular opportunities as open only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

For further information including the job description, selection documentation and mandatory requirements for applications go to www.iba.gov.au. If you have any questions after reading this material please contact Kia Dowell on 08 9229 1405 or email him on kia.dowell@iba.gov.au

Applications close on 8 February 2019.
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Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) Education Officer

Darwin, Northern Territory Employment Office
About the Opportunity
Anyinginyi now has an opportunity for a Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) Education Officer to join their team in Tennant Creek, NT. This position is being offered on a full-time, 2 year contract basis, with extension subject to funding.

The aim of the Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) program is to contribute to closing the gap in Indigenous health outcomes by reducing tobacco smoking as the most significant risk factor for chronic disease among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

In consultation with the community, you will be part of a small team responsible for developing, promoting and undertaking a range of supportive, evidence based resources and activities aimed to reduce the uptake of smoking, to promote smoke-free spaces, and supporting smoking cessation in Aboriginal communities within the Barkly Region. 

In this position, an applicant's gender is a genuine occupational requirement and is authorised by s35 of the NT Anti-Discrimination Act and Division 4 (s30, ss1 & ss2a,c,g,e,& h) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984.

About the Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to provide health education and promotion services that help close the gap for Aboriginal health in remote Australia. Not only will you contribute to enhancing the lives of community members, you will also enjoy the chance to expand upon your existing skill-set and grow your knowledge base further than other roles will allow.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package circa $64,973 – $71,385 plus super.

Anyinginyi also offers a host of additional benefits to further increase your take-home pay, including:
* 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading;
* Salary sacrificing up to $15,899.94;
* Subsidised furnished rental accommodation;
* Relocation assistance (up to $5,000);
* Free general dentistry (excluding laboratory work);
* Free gym membership; and
* Free medical prescriptions.

For more information, including selection criteria, please click "apply now".
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3 X Client Service Officers – Coffs Harbour

Coffs Harbour, NEW South Wales Mission Australia

  • Seeking 3 brilliant Client Service Officers to join our new team in Coffs Harbour
  • Competitive remuneration with additional salary packaging benefits
  • Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need

About Us
 
Mission Australia is a non-denominational Christian charity that has been helping vulnerable Australians move towards independence for more than 155 years.
 
Every day we support people nationwide by combatting homelessness, assisting disadvantaged families and children, addressing mental health issues, fighting substance dependencies and much more.
 
We're generously supported by our funders, partners and tens of thousands of everyday Australians, who make the work of our tireless volunteers and staff possible.
 
Mission Australia Housing (MAH) 
 
Mission Australia Housing is an established and progressive, Tier One National Community Housing provider of social and affordable housing and also provides both tenancy and asset management services for a number of third party organisations and private investors.
 
We seek to offer a pathway away from homelessness by providing good-quality housing that enable people to participate in their communities.
 
Your Opportunity
 
We are seeking 3 Client Service Officers with excellent people skills and Demonstrated experience working with vulnerable client/community groups to join a newly established team in the heart of Coffs Harbour!

This varied position will see you providing the necessary ‘front of house’ assistance to clients dealing with complex issues by supporting and matching clients to appropriate housing solutions and ensuring processes are fair and transparent.

Reporting to the Team Leader, your primary focus will be to ensure that all clients walking into the Mission Australia Housing office will be treated with dignity and respect and be a driving force in delivering innovative and proactive solutions to resolve housing needs.
 
Your key responsibilities will be to:

  • Prepare reports in regards to the client services division of the service including applications, allocations and customer service management
  • Liaise and link clients with appropriate support organisations to commence wrap around services or early intervention
  • Provide high quality front of house customer service to all clients ensuring their housing needs are met
  • Develop relationships with stakeholders across the Coffs harbour region to ensure that clients are efficiently supported
  • Ensure clients are treated fairly and respectfully and are fully informed of all decisions affecting them
  • Collaborate with clients to ensure that their housing requirements are met
  • Respond to client and stakeholder queries in a timely manner

 Requirements for Success 

  • Community housing sector experience working with social & affordable housing tenants
  • Experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Outlook & Excel
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • HOMES / Pathways / Trim experience is preferred, training will be provided 
  • Ability to build trusting relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Excellent time management and priorotisation skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and in a team
  • Open and flexible to a fast paced and changing work load
  • Dedication and commitment to clients and the ability to actively listen
  • Current Drivers’ License, WWCC are essential
  • Senior First Aid Certificate or willingness to gain one

 As Mission Australia Housing is on an exciting journey of change, your client-centred approach, unwavering resilience, compassionate and adaptable nature combined with your exceptional interpersonal skills and organisational ability will see you thrive!
 
Culture & Benefits
 
A career with Mission Australia will offer you rewarding experiences, opportunities for advancement and the chance to make a difference to the lives of Australians in need. We have an innovative and friendly culture guided by our values of compassion, integrity, respect, perseverance and celebration.
 
To ensure our employees feel valued, supported and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:

  • Salary packaging of $15,900 in tax-free pay per year (details via Advantage)
  • Discounted childcare rates with participating centres
  • Parental leave and the ability to purchase additional annual leave  
  • Generous discounts with hotels, travel insurance and major retailers
  • Free, confidential counselling services via our EAP
  • Discounted health care with Medibank Private
  • Volunteering opportunities
  • Flexible workplace practices

Diversity & Inclusion
 
Mission Australia is an inclusive employer. We celebrate our diversity and strive to reflect contemporary Australian society and all the communities in which we work, in order to better serve our clients. We welcome and encourage applications from Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse people, People with Disability, Sexually and Gender Diverse people, people with lived experience of adversity and from people of all ages.
 
Next Steps
 
To be considered for this opportunity, please click ‘apply’ and send your cover letter and resume today.

For further information regarding working with us visit Working for Mission Australia.

If you have any questions regarding this opportunity or require assistance with submitting your application, please contact Charoah Evans via evansc@missionaustralia.com.au

As part of our Employment screening process you will also be required to undertake a National Criminal History Check and will need a Working with Children Check.
 
Applications close midnight, Sunday 24th February 2019.
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