The Multicultural Network Inc (www.tmn.net.au) is a non-profit community organisation working to strengthen the capacity of our diverse communities. We are seeking a part-time, Multicultural Community Development Worker (28hs/week: to be worked over 4 days) to provide support, information and resources to culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) and disadvantaged families and children (0-12 years old), in the Canterbury-Bankstown, Liverpool and Fairfield Areas, as well as sector support to organisations working with families and children. The project is funded by NSW Department of Communities and Justice, Early Targeted Intervention program.

The position is permanent part-time (subject to continuity of funding), 28hs/week, paid above SCHADS level 6.1 at $50.94 per hour ($74,168 per year)

The successful candidate would have sound experience in community development, including building and strengthening capacity in disadvantaged and/or vulnerable communities; demonstrate knowledge and understanding of issues affecting the target groups and proven ability to maintain networks, work in partnership and systems advocacy.

SELECTION CRITERIA

ESSENTIAL

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues affecting CALD communities, in particular CALD parents and young children (0-12 years old), young mothers and newly arrived families.
• Demonstrated experience in community development (minimum 3 years of professional experience).
• Proven ability in developing and maintaining networks and supporting services sector.
• Advocacy with Government and non-Government agencies on behalf of client groups.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• High level of written and oral communication, including submission writing, reporting and policy.
• Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Power Point, social media and internet.

DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of issues, communities and experience working in Sydney South West area.
• Bilingual/bicultural.

Enquiries

• Roxana Rascon, Executive Officer – 0404156465

A position description is attached.