Communications & Engagement Coordinator
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Job Summary
Communications & Engagement Coordinator
Location: Melbourne
Employment type: Permanent Full Time
Salary: $106764 - $113249 base plus 12% superannuation and salary packaging
Make a difference where it matters most
At Housing Choices Australia we believe everyone deserves a safe and affordable home. We are a leading not-for-profit housing provider committed to building inclusive and thriving communities. Our Five-Year Strategic Plan (202429) prioritises people and aims to deliver social impact sustainable growth and empowered teams.
Join us in building a better future one home at a time.
Why you will love working with us
Join a passionate purpose-driven team where your work creates lasting impact and your wellbeing growth and individuality are genuinely valued.
- Purposeful impact make a meaningful difference in peoples lives by supporting inclusive safe and affordable housing.
- Growth and development enhance your skills and advance your career through tailored learning opportunities.
- Balance that works enjoy 5 weeks annual leave and flexible working arrangements suited to your lifestyle.
- Valuable benefits increase your income through salary packaging salary continuance insurance and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Supportive culture be recognised and celebrated in an inclusive values-driven workplace.
Description
About the role
You will drive strategic communications and engagement for an inner-city social housing precinct shaping initiatives that build trust strengthen partnerships and deliver meaningful outcomes for residents.
- Deliver engagement initiatives aligned to Housing Choices placemaking strategy
- Build collaborative partnerships with government community groups and services
- Plan deliver and evaluate engagement initiatives.
- Support resident voice strategies and ensure lived experience informs outcomes
Skills And Experiences
About you
This role is ideal for someone who excels at stakeholder engagement managing priorities and leading projects that improve community outcomes.
Youll bring:
- Qualifications in community development communications or related field or equivalent experience
- Experience delivering engagement placemaking or community-focused projects
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- A passion for creating safe inclusive and connected communities
You must agree to undergo any required employment screening including but not limited to a National Criminal History or Police Check Working with Children or Vulnerable Persons Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Housing Choices Australia is a child safe organisation. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and have zero tolerance for child harm. All employees are expected to uphold our Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct to ensure a safe environment for children.
Even if you do not meet every requirement we encourage you to apply. We value unique experiences and perspectives.
Our values in action
Everything we do is guided by our shared values:
- Putting people first we listen respect and respond to our communities.
- Working together collaboration helps us achieve better outcomes.
- Doing the right thing we act with integrity and accountability.
- Acting boldly we innovate to address current housing challenges.
We are committed to a strategy that supports tenant wellbeing organisational growth environmental responsibility and workforce empowerment.
Belong at Housing Choices
We are an inclusive and values-led employer proudly welcoming people of all identities and backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples people with disability culturally and linguistically diverse communities LGBTQIA individuals and those with lived experience of housing insecurity.
We support inclusive hiring practices. Please let us know your pronouns or if you require any adjustments during the application process as we are here to assist you.
How to apply
Apply now! Applications close: 6 October 2025 unless a suitable candidate is identified earlier.
For further information please contact Chelsea Isaacson People & Culture Business Partner at
If you do not meet every requirement please still apply as we value potential and diverse experiences as much as a perfect CV.
Disclaimer: To the best of Housing Choices Australias knowledge this information is valid at the time of publication.
Agencies thank you for thinking of us but our recruitment is managed internally and we will reach out to our preferred suppliers if we need assistance
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Employee Orientation
- Public Health
- Account Management
- VersionOne
- Conflict Management
- Project Management
- Relationship Management
- Team Management
- Customer relationship management
- Human Resources
- Public Speaking
