• Growing NFP with a Strong Mission
• Opportunity to positively impact community communication in suicide prevention
• An incredibly supportive, open and dynamic work environment

Roses in the Ocean is a national not for profit organisation founded on and operating through the lens of lived experience of suicide; we exist to save lives and reduce emotional distress and pain.

We seek to lead the significant cultural shift needed to save lives through harnessing the perspectives of all we represent, along with our own lived experience of suicide. With our actions driven and guided by those with a lived experience of suicide, we innovate and transform suicide prevention, and drive and deliver system reform. We support organisations and government to effectively and meaningfully integrate lived experience expertise into suicide prevention.

Everyone who works within Roses in the Ocean has a lived experience of suicide which is defined as ‘having experienced suicidal thoughts, survived a suicide attempt, cared for someone through suicidal crisis, or been bereaved by suicide.

The Opportunity

Our Lived Experience Engagement and Integration Coordinators are responsible for ensuring the meaningful engagement of people with a lived experience of suicide and seamless delivery of short to medium term projects nationally for Roses in the Ocean.

Reporting to the Head of Lived Experience Engagement & Integration, you will work closely with key team members, as well as a wide range of external stakeholders, to plan and coordinate projects, programs and events, including all logistical and administrative requirements.

About You

You will have a fundamental knowledge of project and/or event management, coupled with exceptional administrative skills and attention to detail. You will also bring an understanding of the intersectionality of the lived experience of suicide movement and social justice.

There is a requirement to work flexible times including some weekends in order to offer hands-on support and ensure that events run smoothly (time in lieu arrangements negotiable).

In addition, you will also bring:

• A lived experience of suicide and an understanding of the impact it has on families, workplaces, friends, and communities
• Demonstrated time-management, logistics and problem-solving skills
• Experience in managing competing priorities and coordinating activities
• Sophisticated interpersonal skills, including the ability to sit comfortably with people who are distressed and have open conversations about suicide and listen with intent
• Demonstrated capacity to maintain confidentiality and professional standards of behaviour in difficult and sensitive circumstances
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Office 365 and SharePoint. A working knowledge of Monday.com would be beneficial
• Proactive, collaborative mindset and demonstrated capacity to work independently and within a team environment

At our heart and soul are people with a lived experience of suicide. This means you are:

• Aligned to the values of Roses in the Ocean.
• Passionate for the Not-for-Profit sector and making a difference in the lives of people.
• Calm, composed, and solutions focused.
• Self-aware and responsive to own wellbeing needs.
• Able to demonstrate high levels of professionalism, maturity and attention to detail.
• Proactive in seeking new knowledge, building relationships and consulting with others.
• Able to maintain enthusiasm and focus whilst working autonomously.
• A team player that is committed to the success of the team and the organisation.

Why Roses in the Ocean?

If you are looking for an organisation that is as passionate as you are, is making a positive impact and is a well known and respected sector leader, we would love to receive your application.

You will also enjoy some benefits:

• Salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per year to increase take home pay
• Additional leave - Wellness Day Leave of up to 3 days per year
• Access to counselling sessions to support well-being and self-care
• Access to a wide range of discounts, saving on everyday expenses via the ‘Swag’ app
• Portable long service leave if you work in Queensland or Victoria
• Training and professional development opportunities
• A flexible and supportive workplace with excellent work-life balance initiatives

Click Apply Now! We will commence shortlisting as applications are received, so don’t delay!