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Full-time
bachelor degree
Not-for-profit Salary Packaging, Free External Confidential Counselling, Chaplaincy Support, Volunteering Opportunities, Additional Public Holiday, Work Anniversary Annual Leave Day
Posted 27d ago
Apply by Aug 14
~35 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Design and deliver regional community development plans to foster connection and independence for tenants. Lead community-led initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders to improve lives through an integrated, people-first approach.
Requirements
Requires a tertiary qualification and at least 2 years of experience in community development, housing, or community services. Candidates must possess strong strategic thinking, relationship management skills, and pass necessary police and child safety clearances.
Full job description
Permanent Full Time | 35 hours/week
Salary: $103k + super + salary packaging
Location: Darwin, NT
Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need
Life at Mission Australia
When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more about us and our purpose.
Your Opportunity
Are you passionate about building strong, connected communities where people feel safe, supported and empowered? This is your opportunity to lead meaningful change.
At Mission Australia Housing, we believe that housing is just the beginning. In this role, you will play a key role in shaping thriving communities across your region.
This leadership role, you won’t just manage programs—you’ll drive community transformation. You will design and deliver regional community development plans that reflect local needs and aspirations. From supporting tenant committees to launching community-led initiatives, your work will create real opportunities for connection, growth and independence. Working as part of our team, you’ll partner closely with Housing Services and Asset Management to deliver an integrated, people-first approach that improves lives.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Design and deliver regional community development plans
Support tenant committees to launch community-led initiatives
Use data, insights and feedback to evaluate outcomes, and demonstrate the value of community development
Encourage tenant participation, strengthen relationships and connect people with services they need to thrive
Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders including Local and State Governments, support partners and the broader community
Develop and implement local area plans that align to national business plans and drive local service delivery
Work with key MA and Housing stakeholders to develop positive relationships and deliver shared outcomes for clients and communities we serve
Ensure Mission Australia Housing meets all external and internal compliance requirements for housing services
Requirements for Success
Tertiary qualification in relevant field
Minimum of 2 years of experience in community development, housing or community services
Experience in community engagement, facilitation and conflict resolution
Strategic thinking and the ability to turn ideas into impactful programs
Exceptional relationship management skills with high-level customer service focus
Demonstrated experience working and collaborating effectively with key stakeholders
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.
Your benefits
Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay)
Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support
Volunteering opportunities
Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave
Our culture
Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We prioritize the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.
If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email [email protected] or visit our Careers page for additional contact details.
We Strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at [email protected]
At Mission Australia, we believe in hope and possibility for all.
With more than 165 years of experience meeting human need, we are one of the largest and most trusted for-purpose community service and housing providers in the country.
As a national non-denominational Christian charity, our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration are at the heart of all we do.
Every day, we deliver homelessness services, provide social and affordable housing, help families, children and young people thrive, improve mental health and wellbeing, support people with disability, provide pathways to employment and financial stability, strengthen communities, offer alcohol and other drug support, and more.
Backed by our supporters, partners, funders and collaborators, we welcome and work alongside people and communities of all backgrounds, ages and beliefs who seek our support, providing excellent services and safe, secure homes that offer hope and lasting impact.
With our evidence and courageous voice, we advocate for a fairer nation and better outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
Guided by our bold Strategy 2030, we’re focused on delivering more safe, secure homes, expanding our impact and strengthening our organisation to meet the growing needs of people across Australia.
Together, we’re building hope and possibility for all.
Offices: Level 7 - HSBC Building, 580 George Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, AU
Homelessness crisis and prevention servicesSocial and affordable housingChildren and families servicesYouth servicesCommunity servicesAlcohol and other drug rehabilitationMental health servicesNational Disability Insurance SchemeHomeless aged care servicesEmployment and skills development
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