Working In Partnership Lead

About the role

As part of the People Culture and Safety team the Working in Partnership Lead builds and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation to embed meaningful collaboration and consultation practices. The role leads the implementation of Aspects Autism Plan and the embedding of the Working in Partnership Charter. It facilitates Aspects Autistic advisory groups and Autistic participation in strategic planning. It showcases effective partnership practices develops accessible resources and drives continuous cultural improvement in how Aspect works in partnership with Autistic people. 

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate implementation of the Aspect Autism Plan. 
• Oversee the role and quality standards of the Working in Partnership Charter and ensure it supports Aspects strategic pillars and goals.
• Facilitate the Aspect Advisory Council and Aspect Think Tank.
• Coordinate lived experience co-production across Aspect.
• Support continuous cultural improvement in working in partnership with Autistic people and communicate consultation outcomes back to relevant groups.
• Drive engagement and communication activities that promote awareness and understanding of Aspects Autism Plan and Working in Partnership Charter.
• Monitor evaluate and report on the implementation and impact of the Autism Plan and Working in Partnership Charter.

This is a permanent part time 4 days per week (0.8 FTE) role. The total remuneration package inclusive of super is $106K per annum (based on 0.8 FTE). For more details about the role please see the position profile.

Qualifications :

Youll bring:

• Lived experience as an Autistic person.
• High-level written and oral communication skills including writing for different audiences.
• High-quality analytical research and report-writing skills.
• Understanding of decision-making and policy processes in a not-for-profit environment.
• Understanding of social policy and service-delivery issues in a human services environment.
• Demonstrated successful project management experience.
• High-level proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to influence and engage internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience consulting with Autistic people advisory groups leaders and business units to co-produce organisational outcomes.
• Experience developing implementing evaluating and reporting on organisational projects or strategies.
• Current drivers licence and use of own vehicle for business purposes.
• Flexibility to undertake state and interstate travel.

Youll also need a currentWorking with Children Check (NSW)(paid for by employee)andNational Police Check(paid for by Aspect).

Dont meet every single requirement Thats okay.

We know that not all candidates are likely to check every box and we value diverse experiences and perspectives. If youre excited about this role and believe you could be a great fit we encourage you to apply even if your background doesnt align perfectly with every qualification skill or experience listed. You might be just the person were looking for.

Additional Information :

What we offer:

• Ongoing professional learning opportunities for advancement
• Competitive total remuneration package
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Employee referral incentives
• Access to a wide range of discounts throughBenyon everydaypurchases
• Discounted membership to fitness facilities throughFitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program(EAP) for employees and their families withConverge International.

To apply: Click the green Im Interested button and submit your application; a cover letter is optional but you can include it in the Message to the Hiring Team field. We dont accept applications directly via email.

Closing date: Wednesday 28 October 2026.

Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples neurodivergent people people with a disability the LGBTQIA community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes and are happy to individualise these.

Enquiries to: Karen Doak Head of People at .

Learn more about Aspect:

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time