We are a not for profit organisation who has spent 35 years supporting individuals and families affected by perinatal mental illness, including anxiety and depression, and postnatal psychosis through Australia’s only national Perinatal Mental Health Helpline.

PANDA grew from a small community-based organisation, founded by a group of women who had first-hand experience in what it was like to struggle with postnatal depression and wanted to assist other women with the same experience.

Our vision is a society where perinatal mental health is valued and understood and where stigma and systemic barriers to seeking help no longer exist.

Working in the team of brand, marketing, communications, digital and education & training, you will develop a highly engaged network of Champions who have meaningful ways to contribute to the organisation and raise the profile of perinatal mental health in Australia.

Key focus areas of the COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT LEAD role include:

• Developing and implementing the PANDA Community Engagement and Participation model
• Promotion and recruitment of the PANDA Champions program
• Ideate, action and record in Salesforce meaningful opportunities for champions and report of engagement levels
• Increase the diversity of our Champions network
• Be a passionate advocate of the work PANDA does.

Why PANDA

• This position is paid in line with SCHADS Award Level 6.
• 9.5% Superannuation
• Generous Not For Profit Salary Packaging available
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Inclusive, supportive, friendly and positive team culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Working in a rich learning environment among experts in the field of perinatal mental health.

Equity and Diversity

Equity and diversity are integral to PANDA and we are continually working towards attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that represents and supports the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent., people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, dads, young parents, people from regional and rural communities, people with disabilities, and people who identify as LGBTIQA+.

For any enquiries or if you require specific support to apply for this position, please contact [email protected], using the subject line: Community Engagement Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.