Community Engagement Officer

HousingFirst is an award-winning independentnot-for-profit organisation leading the way in how community housing isdesigned financed built and managed. By developing innovative partnershipsand investment opportunities HousingFirst creates beautiful homes forresidents who pay rent within their means minimising financial stress andgiving them opportunity to achieve a higher quality of life.

With 35 years of financial property development tenancyasset management and community development experience we are in an excitinggrowth phase with the significant planned expansion of our property portfolio.

The Position

The CommunityEngagement Officer supports the delivery of inclusive and meaningful engagementinitiatives that strengthen renter connection participation and overallsatisfaction across HousingFirst communities. Working under the guidance of theCoordinator Community Engagement the role contributes to the planning anddelivery of activities that foster a sense of belonging and support positiverenter experiences.

Working closelywith residents site teams and community partners the Community EngagementOfficer helps build strong relationships at a local level and encourages renterparticipation in programs and initiatives. The role contributes to maintainingsafe inclusive and connected communities by supporting day to day engagementactivities and identifying opportunities to enhance renter experience.

This role is paid in line with SCHADS 4.1 at $88980.43 perannum plus superannuation and access to salary packaging.

Responsibilities

-Collaboratewithin the team by contributing to meetings partnering with internal teamssharing ideas to improve practices and fostering a respectful teamenvironment.

-Buildand maintain positive relationships with residents and stakeholders byresponding to enquiries and representing the organisation where required.

-Supportthe planning and delivery of engagement programs by coordinating logisticsassisting with events capturing feedback and identifying opportunities toimprove participation.

-Maintainaccurate records and supports engagement communications and reporting bypreparing materials and managing and providing data.

-Contribute to an effective collaborative andinclusive Community Engagement team.

As our ideal candidate you will have:

-Desire to be part of a values driven andcommunity focussed organisation

-Relevanttertiary qualifications in community development events management propertyor a related field are highly regarded.

-Demonstrated experience supporting community engagement participationor community development activities within a community services socialhousing local government or not-for-profit environment.

-Experience engaging directly with residents community members orstakeholders in face-to-face and community-based settings.

-Experience supporting the delivery of community programs events orconsultations including practical and logistical support.

-Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records collect participationdata and contribute information for reporting purposes.

-Flexible and adaptable with a willingness to work across differentlocations activities and community settings as required.

To be considered for this opportunity you must have fullAustralian working rights A Victorian Drivers License A National Police Checkand a Victorian Working with Childrens Check will also be required for thepreferred candidate.

To apply please provide your resume and a cover letteroutlining how you meet these requirements by clicking on the Apply tab.

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HousingFirst acknowledges the Traditional Custodians ofthe lands on which we work and live. We pay our respects to Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander cultures: and to Elders both past and are committed to the principles of social inclusion and aim to ensure thatour workplaces policies and services treat every person with respect anddignity regardless of their gender identity sexual orientation abilitycultural background ethnicity or religion.