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Community Engagement Coordinator

Junction Australia
  • Full-time (1.0 FTE), Fixed-term Contract until October 2025
  • Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Services Award Level 4

About us

We are a growing and innovative social enterprise supporting around 10,000 South Australians each year through housing and community services. Seeking opportunities to build positive pathways and connected thriving communities, we are one of few South Australian organisations offering an integrated model of housing and support. Together, we are committed to effecting long-term positive change for those we work with and the communities we work in.

Together, we are improving lives and building strong, resilient, and connected communities.

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about shaping vibrant, inclusive communities where people thrive? If so, this is your chance to make a real impact as one of our Community Engagement Coordinators, where your creativity and passion for social change can transform lives. We’re seeking someone who can drive meaningful connections, inspire positive action, and bring innovative ideas to life.

In this dynamic role, you will lead initiatives that empower tenants and strengthen neighbourhoods. From planning exciting events to securing funding through grant applications and collaborating with stakeholders, your efforts will directly contribute to sustainable tenancies and healthier communities. You will also support tenants with complex needs and contribute inspiring stories to our Junction Quarterly Tenant Connect Newsletter.

If you're ready to combine your passion for community development with your drive for positive change, apply today and help us build thriving communities!

About You

We are seeking a highly passionate person who:

  • Has an understanding of Community Development and Engagement Principles
  • Can plan, implement and evaluate Community development programs and projects
  • Can respond appropriately to clients who have complex needs and may display challenging behaviours
  • Has the ability to prioritise workload, use initiative and work both independently and as part of a team
  • Possesses sound communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and establish rapport with clients, staff and external agencies
  • Holds a degree or relevant tertiary qualifications (Social Work, Community Services or lesser qualification complemented by relevant experience)

What We Offer

  • Values-driven culture
  • Generous salary sacrifice benefits
  • Great professional development opportunities
  • A You are Amazing Day – an extra day of leave to spend however you want
  • A supportive, flexible work environment with paid parental leave and a strong focus on staff wellbeing
  • A NAIDOC Day - an extra day of paid leave to attend NAIDOC celebrations
  • Access to wholesale prices on selected products at Harvey Norman
  • Access To Corporate Health Insurance and Annual Flu Vaccinations

You Will Need To:

  • Complete our online application process
  • Hold or be willing to obtain a current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • Hold or be willing to obtain a current Safe Environments Certificate
  • Hold a current unencumbered Australian driver’s licence and be willing to drive
  • Undergo pre-employment testing as part of the recruitment process

How To Apply

Click on the "Apply Now" button to be redirected to our recruitment site. Please ensure you complete all questions before submitting your application.

For further confidential inquiries contact Julie Ford, Housing Portfolio Manager on 0407 975 010.

Junction is an equal opportunity employer that embraces a culture of diversity. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with disability, and people from every culture, gender and sexuality identity, age and ethnic background. Junction is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child and family abuse.

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