Company Overview

Homelessness NSW is the peak agency dedicated to ending homelessness across NSW. Representing a diverse membership, including specialist homelessness services, allied organisations and individuals with lived experience, we advocate and provide leadership on homelessness issues. Our purpose is to build the capability of people and the capacity of systems to end homelessness. Guided by social justice and human rights principles, we strive for an NSW where everyone has a safe place to call home. Through collaboration with government, services, and partners, we influence policy, support effective service delivery and drive innovation.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Project Officer (Aboriginal identified) to lead the development, implementation, and review of the Homelessness NSW First Nations Cultural Competency and Workforce Development Program. This role is crucial in supporting First Nations Workforce Development and enhancing cultural competence within specialist homelessness services (SHS) in NSW.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a cultural competency program for SHS across NSW.
• Conduct needs analysis with key stakeholders to inform project planning, design and implementation.
• Facilitate workshops to co-design and develop local solutions to improve cultural competency for SHS in NSW.
• Provide tailored support and guidance to SHS working towards improving cultural competency.
• Support Homelessness NSW team in areas such as evaluation, evidence-based practice and advocacy.
• Represent Homelessness NSW in forums, network meetings, conferences and advisory groups.
• Manage staff as required, in line with the role’s expertise.
• Ensure a safe and respectful workplace environment, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment.
• Undertake other tasks, duties, or specific projects within your area of skill and expertise, as required.

Why work with us?

We are an established and successful peak organisation with 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
• Hybrid working - work-from-home arrangements
• 35-hour work week with option to work a 9-day fortnight.
• Receive support and advice with tailored training as well as a commitment to ongoing professional development
• Cultural supervision available for First Nations employees

Skills & Experience

• Strong problem-solving skills for engaging with complex issues, including strategic problems facing the homelessness sector.
• Ability to strategically identify issues, develop work plans, and review project implementation effectiveness.
• Experience managing diverse stakeholders and leading productive collaboration.
• Knowledge of the SHS sector and issues facing homelessness services and people experiencing homelessness.
• Experience in delivering and developing cultural competency and workforce development programs.
• Three or more years working in the homelessness and/or community services sector.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Flexibility and the ability to work well and contribute to a team environment.
• Ability to deliver on project milestones and complete tasks within required timeframes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesise complex concepts for diverse audiences.

Your Qualification and experience will consist of:

• Tertiary qualifications in social sciences, psychology, social work, community work, project management, or similar (or equivalent combination of qualifications/experience).
• 5+ years of relevant experience.

Join Homelessness NSW as a Senior Project Officer and lead impactful initiatives.