The Community House Network Southern (CHNS) comprises of 72 Neighbourhood Houses and Learning Centres located across the Southern Melbourne area and Bayside Peninsula area.

STRATEGIC NETWORK MANAGER ROLE

The Strategic Network Manager will provide the primary leadership role in managing the following responsibilities, while working closely with and overseeing the Operational Network Manager who will provide assistance with operational aspects.

Strategic Network Manager Responsibilities:

• Executing CHNS’s Strategic Direction and Policies.
• Ensuring compliance with Service Agreements and requirements of the Neighbourhood House Coordination Program.
• Providing support and resources to members to enhance their governance and management, community development and capacity building.
• Actively promoting the Neighbourhood House Sector and advocating on key issues.
• Establishing and maintaining internal and external connections appropriate to the needs of its members and the broader Regional/State Neighbourhood House Sector.

We are seeking a person with experience in management in the Neighbourhood House/Community Centre sector. This is a part time position of 20 hours a week for a fixed term of 24 months.

A position description is attached.