• Do you have a passion for advocacy and supporting the community sector?
• Are you curious? Do you enjoy talking to people to find out what the issues are and working with them on possible solutions?
• Are you looking to apply your experience in policy analysis to support the community sector and improve the lives of people living on low-incomes or experiencing disadvantage?
• Are you looking for a friendly and flexible working environment, with above award conditions and free parking?
• This is an ongoing, permanent role – either full-time or 0.8 FTE
• The position is classified under the SCHADS award as level 6, with access to annual increments.
• ACTCOSS pays above award wages at this level according to the ACT Community Sector Multiple Enterprise Agreement, and the full-time wage is currently $107,659 plus 11.5% superannuation.

About ACTCOSS

The ACT Council of Social Service (ACTCOSS) is making the ACT a fairer place for people experiencing disadvantage and exclusion.

ACTCOSS is the peak representative body for community organisations. ACTCOSS influences government policy to improve the lives of disadvantaged people and develops a well-resourced, cohesive and sustainable community sector. ACTCOSS is a member of the nationwide COSS network, made up of each state and territory COSS and our national body, the Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS).

As the peak body for the community sector in the ACT, ACTCOSS has unparalleled access to decision-makers in Government and in the community sector itself. This role is perfect for someone with the motivation and skills to make a genuine difference in the ACT community.

The opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Sector Development, the Senior Sector Development Officer will focus on policy, advocacy and sector development issues for the community sector in the ACT.

The position is ideal for someone with a passion for the work of the community sector, a desire to support organisational and sector development and a keen eye for detail. It involves connecting with people, connecting ‘big picture’ ideas with details and requires a well-developed sense of curiosity.

The position will focus on community sector policy and capability development, the implications of current policy and service reform on access to services, services models, workforce development and broader social policy settings.

This position works closely with our COSS colleagues, ACTCOSS members and the ACT Government and includes facilitating appropriate support for the sector (i.e. workshops, seminars, networks and resources).

ACTCOSS makes every effort to provide a flexible work environment, allowing substantial employee control of their working hours, among other benefits. Employees of ACTCOSS enjoy above award pay conditions, additional leave benefits, portable long service leave and free on-site parking.

ACTCOSS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and life experiences. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are especially encouraged to apply

Further details of the specific responsibilities and tasks of the role can be found in the attached Position Description.

Remuneration

ACTCOSS has above-award pay and conditions as part of the ACT Community Sector Multiple Enterprise Agreement (MEA).

The position is classified under the SCHADS award as Level 6, and the annual full-time wage is currently $107,659 plus 11.5% superannuation.

The successful applicant must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Applicants must provide a current CV and a two-page pitch in response to all essential criteria set out in this section. If you have additional skills or qualifications listed as “highly regarded”, please respond to these within the two-page limit. Responses longer than two pages will not be considered.

Phone 02 6202 7200 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Sector Development Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs for more information or to discuss the role. We would love to hear from you.

All enquiries and applications for this position will be treated confidentially, and information collected held in accordance with our ACTCOSS Privacy Policy.

A position description is attached.