• Work Type/s: Two-year contract, fixed term contract (0.6FTE)
• Level 5.1 – 5.5 - $94,733 - $108,784

The Victorian Council of Social Service (VCOSS) has an exciting opportunity for a Project Coordinator to implement an innovative project that will support the growth and development of the community services industry.

We’re looking for someone with great project experience who can design and deliver a strategic program of work that will support the Victorian Government and the community services sector to deliver a flagship industry project: the Community and Social Services Graduate Program (CASS-GP).  

The Project Coordinator will manage VCOSS’ partnerships with community sector bodies and the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing, as well as relationships with employers, universities and TAFEs, and other stakeholders who are integral to the program’s success. They will contribute design thinking and facilitate sector engagement to help establish a structured graduate year program that can:  

• Increase completion rates for relevant courses. 
• Have more graduates move into community and social services. 
• Improve early career retention. 

The role provides an exciting opportunity to be part of an initiative that will shape future directions in workforce strategy and policy and program design. 

VCOSS values and embraces differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation. People from unique or diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for this position. Please advise if you require specific support to apply and we will work with you to identify the best way forward.

About VCOSS

VCOSS is the peak body of the community sector in Victoria. It raises awareness of the existence, causes and effects of poverty and disadvantage. VCOSS is a unique membership based organisation with a rich history in social justice advocacy in Victoria. 

A full position description is attached below, or available at the VCOSS website vcoss.org.au.

To apply

Please click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

Please note, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Please take care to check your application contains all three elements (a short cover letter, a resume and a response to the key selection criteria) before you submit it.

For enquiries

Inquiries about the role can be directed to Deborah Fewster, Director, Policy and Advocacy at [email protected] using the subject line: Project Coordinator – Community and Social Services Graduate Program enquiry via EthicalJobs.