Community Development Manager
Community Development Manager
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Job Description
About Us
Community Housing Limited (CHL) is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the housing sector. We are committed to addressing housing issues and supporting vulnerable populations by offering affordable and sustainable housing solutions to individuals and families in need.
Were committed to providing a supportive and safe environment for our employees. We believe that every individual deserves to work in a place where their wellbeing is valued and prioritised.
Role Overview
Were looking for a passionate and experienced Community Development professional to lead the delivery of our community development strategy across Tasmania. This role is central to how we engage with communities build meaningful partnerships and create opportunities for economic and social participation.
Youll be supporting staff in community engagement driving major projects and programs and helping shape initiatives that truly make a difference.
About You
To be successful for this role you will be a community focused professional who has a genuine passion for wanting to support vulnerable people in our community.
Your previous experience and expertise within community development and engagement and project management will be highly regarded as you are heavily involved in strategic development and implementation of community development programs. You will put your strategic planning skills to good use as you work within specified timeframes and budgets.
What youll do:
- Lead the implementation of our community development strategy across Tasmania
- Support staff in delivering impactful community engagement activities
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with government community organisations research bodies and private sector stakeholders
- Design and deliver major projects and programs focused on community building economic participation and social enterprise
- Contribute to grant applications and tender submissions related to community development
- Use your initiative to improve existing services and develop new innovative programs
What were looking for:
Youre a community-focused professional whos driven by a genuine desire to support vulnerable people. You bring strategic thinking creativity and a collaborative spirit to everything you do.
Ideally youll have:
- Around Five years experience in developing and implementing community development programs
- Strong project management experience including design development implementation and coordination
- Knowledge of the social enterprise sector
- Experience in the social or community housing industry (highly regarded)
- A proven ability to build strategic partnerships with external organisations
- A deep commitment to the right of every person to quality housing and a sense of belonging
- A current drivers licence
Please note that a satisfactory police check is required for all staff and those with client related responsibilities are required to provide a NDIS and Working with Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP).
As an equal opportunity employer CHL works closely with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
CHL acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal owners of country throughout Australia and we pay our respects to them their culture and their Elders past and present.
Why Join Us:
At CHL youll have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. Youll be part of a team that is passionate about making a difference.
In addition we care about our people and thats why we offer:
- Flexible work options to support your work-life balance
- One day off a year as a You Day to celebrate you
- Salary packaging and novated leasing to maximise your take-home pay
- Learning and development programs to help you grow in your career
- Wellbeing initiatives including EAP and access to health programs
- A values-driven culture where youll be supported recognised and empowered to make an impact
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
