About the Sydney Women’s Fund and Doorways to the Future Program

• The Sydney Women’s Fund is a Key Impact Fund of the Sydney Community Foundation
• Position: SWF Community Engagement Manager
• Program: Doorways to the Future
• Location: Liverpool (with planned expansion to other target geographies in Western and South-Western Sydney)
• Contract: 3 years (with possible extension to 5 years)
• Hours: 3 days per week (part-time)
• Reports to: Sydney Women’s Fund Manager

The Sydney Women’s Fund (SWF), a Key Impact Fund of the Sydney Community Foundation (SCF), is committed to advancing safety, independence, and economic equity for women and families across Greater Sydney.

The Doorways to the Future program addresses the intersecting disadvantages faced by women in Western and South-Western Sydney. Through this initiative, we will foster collaboration among local leaders, changemakers, and organisations to catalyse sustainable, community-led change.

Commencing in Liverpool, the program will expand to other target geographies in Western Sydney, building on SWF’s decade of place-based work in communities such as Warwick Farm, Bankstown, Fairfield, and Claymore.

Position Overview

The Sydney Women’s Fund Community Engagement Manager will play a key role in facilitating the Doorways to the Future program in Western Sydney. Working 3-days per week, this role will involve engaging with community leaders, not-for-profits, local councils, and other key stakeholders to co-create a shared vision for improved outcomes for locals and eventually through the design of community-led initiatives.

The role will prioritise listening and discovery, and community connection in its first year, ensuring that program design reflects the needs and priorities of local women and their communities.

We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply, especially those who live in South Western Sydney.

Key Responsibilities

Community Engagement & Collaboration

• Build trust and strong relationships with local leaders, changemakers, and stakeholders in Liverpool and surrounding areas.

• Facilitate the creation and engagement of the Doorways to the FutureCommunity Collective to determine community priorities and co-design initiatives.

• Organise and lead forums, workshops, and one-on-one meetings to amplify and capture community voices.

Program Design & Implementation

• Lead the discovery phase, listening and learning, and facilitating conversations to assess community needs and inform program priorities.

• Collaborate with the Doorways to the Future Reference Committee to align strategies with community goals and SWF’s vision.

• Support initiatives that address education, employment, and economic equity for women.

Governance & Reporting

• Provide regular updates to the Sydney Women’s Fund Advisory Council and Sydney Community Foundation Board.

• Ensure all activities align with the program’s guiding principles and governance structures.

• Contribute to the development of a Theory of Change and an Evaluation Framework in Year One.

Advocacy & Representation

• Represent the Doorways to the Future program at local events, forums, and community meetings.

• Advocate for gender equity and economic inclusion across Western Sydney.

Selection Criteria

Essential

Experience:

• Proven success in community engagement or program management, particularly within culturally and socioeconomically diverse communities.

• Demonstrated ability to co-design and deliver community-led initiatives.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of gender equity and barriers to economic participation for women in Western Sydney.

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to manage program evaluation and reporting processes effectively.

Personal Attributes:

• Culturally aware and committed to working inclusively with diverse communities.

• Self-motivated, adaptable, and collaborative.

Other:

• Applicants who live in Western Sydney will be prioritised.

• Valid NSW driver’s license and willingness to travel across Western Sydney.

Desirable

• Experience in place-based or grassroots initiatives.

• Existing networks within Western Sydney.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to lead a transformative program driving positive change for women and communities in Western Sydney.

• Join a dynamic, passionate team driving social change for Sydney women and families.

• A supportive and flexible part-time work environment.

• Work in a collaborative, values-driven environment.

• Competitive salary package and professional development opportunities.

Diversity and Inclusion:

The Sydney Women’s Fund is committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all genders, ages, and abilities.

Applicants who live in Western Sydney will be prioritised.

Join us in creating sustainable, community-led change for women and families in Western Sydney.

Applications must be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

For any application issues please contact the Sydney Community Foundation [email protected] using the subject line: Sydney Women’s Fund Community Engagement Manager – Doorways to the Future Program enquiry via EthicalJobs.