About the organisation

Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. We reflect on the critical factors shaping our contemporary world; the social, political and economic contexts, and we adapt our practice to work with those most in need.

Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.

We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.

About the role

Jesuit Social Services is seeking a skilled Communications and Project officer to provide administrative, organisational, project management and event support to the Advocacy and Strategic Communications team, as well as undertake general communications tasks.

The Strategic Communication team works closely with Policy department to join participant voice, practice wisdom and policy advocacy to raise public awareness of the challenges faced by our participants and the changes needed at a government level to improve outcomes for the whole community.

Competitive remuneration, plus salary packaging benefit, is offered together with ongoing professional and career development as well as opportunities for personal growth.

What Jesuit Social Services can offer you:

• An organisation that lives its values, through its day to day work
• A welcoming and supportive relational environment
• A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
• Ongoing training and development related to your role
• Employee assistance program
• A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
• Generous leave

About you

This role will suit a candidate with the following skills and experience:

• Experience in an administrative and/or project support role
• Demonstrated teamwork skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel and proficiency, familiarity with or ability to learn project management tools like Microsoft Project, Asana.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, including excellent minute-taking skills
• Strong ability to multitask and prioritise appropriately
• Strong time management, planning, and organisational skills
• Understanding and sympathy with the mission and ethos of Jesuit Social Services
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Successful Police Check to be conducted by Jesuit Social Services prior to commencement

About the program

The Strategic Communication team works closely with Policy department to join participant voice, practice wisdom and policy advocacy to raise public awareness of the challenges faced by our participants and the changes needed at a government level to improve outcomes for the whole community.

How to Apply

• Upload your resume and cover letter incorporating your responses to the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description.
• For further information please contact Andrew Gillett, Communications Manager, on 0429 924 127.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the closing date may be subject to change without notice.

Jesuit Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexuality, disability or religious affiliation.

We strongly encourage applications from all community members including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people with a disability, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and working parents.

Jesuit Social Services is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.