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Director - Community Engagement

St Vincent de Paul Society - Canberra/Goulburn
  • Executive Leadership Role - Strategic Focus - Canberra Based
  • Lead, Build and Deliver Community, Stakeholder support and Youth Programs
  • $161,000 base salary + super (14.5%) + Highly Attractive Salary Packaging

Join St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn (Vinnies) and be a leader in shaping a compassionate community. With a history of service dating back to 1924, Vinnies is dedicated to supporting people experiencing disadvantage. This is your opportunity to drive lasting change and make a real difference in the lives of those in need.

About the Role

As part of the Executive team, the Director, Community Engagement will play a critical role in advancing Vinnies' mission by leading and delivering key programs. This is a strategic leadership position focused on expanding and enhancing our community engagement efforts and youth programs. You will oversee multiple key areas, including Conference Support, Youth & Young Adult Programs, Emergency Relief, and Safeguarding, while actively fostering partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

The Director will guide the development of new business initiatives and service delivery models, ensuring that programs align with the Society's strategic priorities. Your leadership will be essential in building and sustaining relationships across various community groups and stakeholders, ensuring the successful delivery of services in a collaborative and innovative manner.

You will lead a diverse team, manage complex programs, and ensure the strategic growth of services that support vulnerable people across the ACT and surrounding regions. The role requires a high level of travel, including overnight stays, and flexibility in working hours to engage with regional stakeholders and conferences.

About You

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced senior leader who can effectively manage multiple programs while driving innovation and fostering community engagement. You will have proven experience leading large-scale programs and initiatives within a complex environment.

You will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. You will be expected to utilise your expertise in stakeholder management, community engagement, and partnership development to build lasting and productive relationships.

As a senior leader, you will demonstrate exceptional leadership and team management skills, focusing on performance and professional development. Additionally, your experience in financial management, securing funding, and ensuring program outcomes are met will be crucial in driving success.

Our Offer

  • A competitive salary package starting at $161,000 per annum + 14.5% superannuation.
  • Salary packaging options for further financial benefits, including meals and entertainment packages.
  • A range of employee benefits, including additional leave and wellness programs.
  • Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities within a supportive and innovative workplace.

To Apply

To understand the role, please download the attached position description.

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For further details contact Lucy Hohnen via email at [email protected] using the subject line: Director - Community Engagement enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For general recruitment enquiries please contact our HR team at [email protected] using the subject line: Director - Community Engagement enquiry via EthicalJobs.

To apply, please forward a covering letter and your resume by the closing date.

St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to engaging a diverse workforce. The Society strongly encourages applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

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