HousingFirst is an award-winning, independent,
not-for-profit organisation leading the way in how community housing is
designed, financed, built and managed. By developing innovative partnerships
and investment opportunities, HousingFirst creates beautiful homes for
residents who pay rent within their means, minimising financial stress and
giving them opportunity to achieve a higher quality of life.
With 35 years of financial, property development, tenancy,
asset management and community development experience, we are in an exciting
growth phase with the significant planned expansion of our property portfolio.
The Position
The Community
Engagement Officer supports the delivery of inclusive and meaningful engagement
initiatives that strengthen renter connection, participation and overall
satisfaction across HousingFirst communities. Working under the guidance of the
Coordinator, Community Engagement, the role contributes to the planning and
delivery of activities that foster a sense of belonging and support positive
renter experiences.
Working closely
with residents, site teams and community partners, the Community Engagement
Officer helps build strong relationships at a local level and encourages renter
participation in programs and initiatives. The role contributes to maintaining
safe, inclusive and connected communities by supporting day to day engagement
activities and identifying opportunities to enhance renter experience.
This role is paid in line with SCHADS 4.1 at $88,980.43 per
annum plus superannuation and access to salary packaging.
Responsibilities
-Collaborate
within the team by contributing to meetings, partnering with internal teams,
sharing ideas to improve practices, and fostering a respectful team
environment.
-Build
and maintain positive relationships with residents and stakeholders by
responding to enquiries and representing the organisation where required.
-Support
the planning and delivery of engagement programs by coordinating logistics,
assisting with events, capturing feedback, and identifying opportunities to
improve participation.
-Maintain
accurate records and supports engagement communications and reporting by
preparing materials and managing and providing data.
-Contribute to an effective, collaborative and
inclusive Community Engagement team.
As our ideal candidate you will have:
-Desire to be part of a values driven and
community focussed organisation
-Relevant
tertiary qualifications in community development, events management, property
or a related field are highly regarded.
-Demonstrated experience supporting community engagement, participation,
or community development activities within a community services, social
housing, local government, or not-for-profit environment.
-Experience engaging directly with residents, community members, or
stakeholders in face-to-face and community-based settings.
-Experience supporting the delivery of community programs, events, or
consultations, including practical and logistical support.
-Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records, collect participation
data, and contribute information for reporting purposes.
-Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to work across different
locations, activities and community settings as required.
To be considered for this opportunity you must have full
Australian working rights, A Victorian Drivers License, A National Police Check
and a Victorian Working with Children’s Check will also be required for the
preferred candidate.
To apply please provide your resume and a cover letter
outlining how you meet these requirements by clicking on the Apply tab.
If you have any questions around the role, please reach out
to recruitment@housingfirst.org.au
HousingFirst acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of
the lands on which we work and live. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander cultures: and to Elders both past and present.
We are committed to the principles of social inclusion and aim to ensure that
our workplaces, policies and services treat every person with respect and
dignity, regardless of their gender identity, sexual orientation, ability,
cultural background, ethnicity or religion.
