Overview

This is a unique opportunity to lead community mobilisation efforts for an organisation at the forefront of Australia's energy transformation. The Community Lead will be responsible for building and nurturing a growing network of community groups that are advancing household electrification in their neighbourhoods and creating a national, local-led movement to ensure every Australian can electrify easily.

There is no fixed location for this role (this is a remote role). We have an office in Thirroul, NSW. However, we are interested in candidates from across Australia.

About Rewiring Australia

Rewiring Australia is a dynamic non-profit organisation that researches, educates, demonstrates and advocates. We are working to rapidly reduce emissions through household electrification. We have shifted the climate and energy debate towards urgent, optimistic action that prioritises households and communities and locks in bill savings for consumers.

We're a team of professionals with experience across climate, energy, policy, data and storytelling. We inspire households to want to electrify using research and storytelling, demonstrate how to solve issues to get it done faster and advocate for solutions to make it fairer and more accessible.

About the Opportunity - Community Lead

Electrifying Australia’s 11 million households involves influencing millions of “dinner table” decisions. Having independent, local and trusted networks of people who can support households with their electrification journeys is crucial. Community groups are fulfilling this need effectively as they run educational, engagement and practical programs.

Rewiring Australia is facilitating and amplifying the impact of local campaigns by convening the ‘Electric Communities Network’ of over 70 groups across the country. Based on the success in building a national network, Rewiring Australia is looking to build on this work, which will be the responsibility of the Community Lead. The ideal candidate will have experience in community mobilisation, strong organisational and communication skills, and an interest in household electrification.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Update and lead the community engagement and mobilisation strategy to further the impact of the Electric Communities Network, facilitated by Rewiring Australia
• Recruit, engage and support grassroots organisations, community groups and individuals to help them push for rapid electrification in their local areas
• Write and apply for funding grants to support community mobilisation initiatives
• Plan and coordinate events, workshops, and online engagement activities to empower community groups
• Produce and provide resources, such as organising templates or educational guides, for community groups to use in their campaigns
• Collect case studies and stories to amplify local voices, engage new audiences and evaluate effectiveness
• Maintain strong data management, campaign evaluation, and communication systems
• Identify potential partnership opportunities, such as with local councils, tradespeople, suppliers and community organisations
• Work closely with Rewiring Australia staff and identify opportunities for the Electric Communities Network to amplify the organisation’s research, advocacy and demonstration projects

The role will be working with Rewiring Australia’s Mobilisation and Engagement Manager.

Skills and Experience - Required

• Proven experience in community engagement, mobilisation, stakeholder or volunteer management
• Experience in developing and executing organising strategies
• Event planning experience for workshops, training sessions, and community gatherings
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with digital and face-to-face tools for engagement & communication
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Skills and Experience - Nice to have

• Grant writing experience and demonstrated success in securing funding
• Understanding of electrification, energy or climate solutions
• Understanding of local government processes and decision-making
• A good understanding of how movements build power and achieve change
• Public speaking experience
• Experience managing contractors or consultants to deliver on projects

Terms

• Full-time, 6-month contract with possibility of extension
• Flexible working policy and standard leave entitlements
• Remote working with option to work from Thirroul, NSW
• Some domestic travel required

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To find out more about Rewiring Australia, please see our website here: rewiringaustralia.org.