About Gidget Foundation Australia
Gidget Foundation Australia (GFA) is a not-for-profit organisation whose purpose is to raise awareness, advocate, educate and deliver specialist clinical services for the prevention and treatment of perinatal mental health challenges. We’re on a mission to support the mental health of expectant, new and potential parents to ensure they receive accessible, timely and specialist care, and we’re driven by our values of authenticity, innovation, compassion and teamwork.
About the role
We are seeking a highly organised proactive and solutions-focused Coordinator to join our passionate team. This newly established role, will play a central role in ensuring our national network of Gidget Houses are well-maintained, compliant and fit-for-purpose for both clinicians and clients. Additionally, this role works closely with the Gidget House Manager, to support the national expansion of Gidget Houses, by establishing and delivering new sites across its growing network. This includes overseeing the fit-outs, liaising with co-location partners, tradespeople and contractors and coordinating all elements required to bring each site to life.
Key Accountabilities
• Coordinate day-to-day operations and logistics across all Gidget House sites.
• Track, triage, and respond to maintenance and housekeeping requests.
• Liaise with contractors, trades, and location partners to resolve facility issues promptly.
• Manage stock levels and coordinate orders for site essentials.
• Support rollout and tracking of maintenance request systems in alignment with WHS requirements.
• Troubleshoot basic technology issues (e.g., printers, internet) and arrange repairs as required
• Act as a point of contact for site partners, security, and cleaning services.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, WHS compliance, and vendor communications.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver the upgrade of existing Gidget Houses as well as establishment of new Gidget Houses nationally, co-located with partner organisations.
• Oversee all aspects of new site fit-outs, including liaising with tradespeople, managing contractors, and ensuring works are completed to agreed specifications, budgets, and timelines.
• Ensure new sites meet all compliance, WHS, and operational readiness requirements prior to opening.
• Provide support to the Gidget House Manager with a range of administrative and operational tasks relating to Gidget Houses as required.
Selection Criteria
Our ideal candidate will have:
Essential
• Demonstrated experience in administration, operations, project coordination, and/or facilities/property management support.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of initiative, problem solving skills, and ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and online systems to track, manage and report on tasks
• Current driver’s license and access to a car (some travel to sites required).
Desirable Criteria
• Previous experience in healthcare, NFP, or community-based environments.
• Knowledge of facilities management and/or WHS protocols.
• Experience in coordinating site establishments, relocations, or large-scale fit-out projects.
• Ability to travel frequently.
What We Offer
• Purpose & Impact: Shape the experience of thousands of parents across Australia during one of life’s most vulnerable transitions.
• Growth Environment: Work within a rapidly growing organisation focused on national service expansion, innovation, and scale.
• Values-Led Culture: Collaborate with passionate, professional, and compassionate colleagues.
• Flexibility & Balance: Enjoy hybrid working arrangements that support work–life balance.
• Wellbeing Focus: Access dedicated wellbeing days to recharge and prioritise your wellbeing.
• Attractive Benefits: Receive a competitive salary with access to not-for-profit salary packaging options (tax concessions).
Terms of Employment
This position is full-time and will initially be contracted till June 2026, aligned to Grant Funding, with the possibility of extension. This position is based at our head office in North Sydney, with the opportunity to work flexibly, subject to organisational needs.
Prior to appointment, where applicable, GFA employees are required to provide evidence of:
• Criminal record check
• Working with Children Check
• Applicable qualifications or experience
Child Safe Principles
GFA is a Child Safe organisation which complies with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. All Staff, contractors and volunteers are expected to comply with these principles.
Diversity & Inclusion Principles
Gidget Foundation Australia is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents the communities we support across Australia. We encourage people of all backgrounds, those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those who identify as LGBTQI+ to apply.
Applications will be reviewed as received so we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.
