Community Development (Community Services & Development)
At Play Matters Australia, our purpose is to enrich lives through the power of connection and play. We champion values of collaboration, inclusivity, creativity and fun, as well as accountability and contemporary practice. Our ethos recognises parents and caregivers as a child's first teacher, a principle that is deeply embedded in all our programs.
We invite you to join us in our commitment to creating playful and nurturing environments where all children can thrive.
Commitment to Child Safety: We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Our robust human resources, recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be mindful that we carry out working with children and reference checks to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.
Your New Role: Part time fixed term role until June 2026 - up to 28 hours per week. Establish and coordinate programs/projects in consultation with the Line Manager and delivery team.Monitor program deliverables including stakeholder engagement, time, and budget to ensure alignment with program outcomes.Evaluate program delivery for continuous improvement and ensure contractual compliance.Support families by providing access to resources and referral pathways as needed.Develop and deliver training to enhance program effectiveness and team capabilities.Hold or be eligible to hold a Working with Children Check.Tertiary qualifications and/or experience in early childhood, community development/disability, family support or related fields.Experience working in rural and remote communities.Experience working with families from varying social and cultural backgrounds.Culture and Benefits: Buddy system.Cultural leave.Supportive national team.EAP Support.In our last 2 annual employee engagement surveys, the highlights for staff were:
Having good working relationships.Believing that Play Matters Australia positively impacts lives.Feeling personally supported by someone at work.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement At Play Matters Australia, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As part of our core values, we embrace inclusivity and actively uphold our Reconciliation Action Plan through a dedicated working group. We strive to ensure that every team member feels valued, respected, and supported. We have also introduced cultural leave to honour and recognise the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and communities to join us in making a positive impact on the lives of children and families.
If you would like to request any adjustments so you can participate in this recruitment process, please let us know so that we can accommodate you. How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the role outlined above by 10 December, 2024.
Apply through Seek or email your resume and cover letter or questions to Andrew McMahon (Area Manager- Central and Northern Queensland): .
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have as a Regional Coordinator?Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? #J-18808-Ljbffr