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Sector Engagement Senior Officer

Homelessness NSW
  • Located in Sydney Woolloomooloo (2011) – close to plenty of transit options
  • Work from home options available
  • Newly created role in an exciting time of growth
  • 12-month full-time role – an opportunity for a secondment from a government or Not For Profit (NFP) organisation
  • Flexible working arrangements on offer as well as NFP salary packaging
  • Join a collaborative team and a highly regarded peak body organisation – Homelessness NSW

Homelessness NSW

Homelessness NSW is the peak body for the homelessness sector in NSW. We exist to build the capability of people and the capacity of systems to end homelessness. We have a vision for a future where there is enough quality and safe housing and support services to ensure no one is homeless in NSW. We work with our members and broad network of partners to understand drivers of homelessness, advocate for solutions, build skills and knowledge, and scale innovation.

The Role

This newly created role will be responsible for mapping and leading the development of stakeholder management plans within the Specialist Homeless Services across NSW.

Key Duties:

  • Develop and deliver stakeholder mapping and stakeholder engagement strategy.
  • Provide stakeholder engagement advice and support.
  • Prepare communications and ensure the development of collaborative partnerships with key stakeholder groups.
  • Support the identification, development, and integration of new technologies or initiatives, relating to stakeholder engagement.
  • Monitor and measure the effectiveness of stakeholder engagement activities through digital platforms.
  • Build relationships and provide support through the delivery of workshops.
  • Demonstrated negotiation and influencing skills to develop and maintain partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders.

What you need to succeed

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to reach a wide range of audiences.
  • Effective communicator with strong critical thinking and the ability to build consensus amongst diverse groups.
  • Ability to identify and manage issues that could impact the achievement of strategic objectives.
  • Excellent project management skills in a complex engagement project.
  • Proven skills in developing and implementing community consultation and stakeholder engagement programs across a diverse portfolio.
  • Willingness to work throughout NSW

Key training, qualifications and licences

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, community development, or a related discipline
  • National Police Check
  • Driver’s Licence

Why work with us?

We are a fast-growing and successful peak organisation. Our team has clarity of purpose. Our people are provided with the right tools to achieve their goals and grow professionally. Providing high-quality support to build the capability of people and capacity of systems to end homelessness is at the core of everything we do. If you are looking for a rewarding experience, you’re in the right place.

Benefits

  • Work in a highly respected peak body organisation – find meaningful work
  • 17.5% leave loading and access to NFP salary packaging
  • Flexible working - work-from-home arrangements and a 35-hour work week
  • Receive support and advice with tailored training as well as a commitment to ongoing professional development

For more information about the role contact [email protected] using the subject line: Sector Engagement Senior Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please apply directly to the advertisement with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria via the "Apply Now" button.

Homelessness NSW acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the various lands on which we meet and work. We pay our respects to First Nations peoples and elders past, present, and future. Always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

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