Regional Community Development Manager – Victoria

• Rare opportunity to lead a Community Development team with a leading not-for-profit organisation
• Full Time, Ongoing role
• Based in Melbourne, a hybrid model of working from home and in the office

Are you ready to be a part of a leading not-for-profit organisation delivering evidence-based approaches to minimise alcohol and drug harm, that reaches millions of people in local communities?

Celebrating more than 60 years of service to the community, the Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) is Australia’s leading national organisation committed to inspiring positive change and delivering evidence-based approaches to minimise alcohol and drug harm.

Why work with us?

We are a dynamic, inclusive and forward-thinking organisation, working collaboratively to provide meaningful programs to our communities across Australia. We ensure that we celebrate employee success and connect as an organisation as regularly as possible.

As a thank you for coming on the journey with us, we provide a wide range of benefits and wellbeing initiatives, including:

• Generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses (including rent/mortgage payments), plus Meal and Entertainment allowance of up to $2,650 per FBT year.
• Great leave entitlements including access to Purchased Leave, 2 days gifted leave at Christmas, Health & Wellbeing leave, Accrued Day Off program and 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Truly flexible workplace – hybrid office/WFH model.
• Internal and external learning and development opportunities.
• Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing offerings through our Employee Assistance Program.

Why this role?

The Regional Community Development Manager (VIC) is integral in helping our communities to develop their resilience and reduce the harm of alcohol and other drugs. Working closely alongside the State Manager VIC/TAS, you will manage and efficiently deliver an integrated collection of evidence-based programs and projects within Victoria, including our flagship programs such as Good Sports and Local Drug Action Team (LDAT). You will have the opportunity to identify, develop, and build community partnerships, as well as manage a highly motivated team.

As an active contributor to program improvement, you will seek opportunities for growth in alignment with business outcomes, quality programs and funding compliance.

Some of your key activities will include:

• Identifying, building, and developing strategic partnerships to meet our organisational objectives.
• Building and maintaining key stakeholder relationships including with local and territory Government representatives.
• Significantly contribute to the effective delivery of all operational requirements of our programs and funding compliance.
• Monitoring performance of staff and contractors to ensure agreed targets, budgets, protocols, and processes are adhered to.
• Managing and participating in ADF promotional and educational events, presentations, and conferences in a variety of settings including community, corporate and Government.

Who are we looking for?

You are an expert communicator who thrives in an environment where you will be leading, developing, and motivating others. You have excellent relationship building and collaboration skills, having worked with a wide range of individuals, communities and organisations throughout your career. Maintaining an eye for financial and commercial matters, you are results focused and have excellent judgement and problem-solving skills.

• Relevant experience in community development and experience in leading and delivering preventive health programs and products across different community settings.
• Exceptional stakeholder relationship management skills.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage employees to achieve outcomes.
• Strong operational and project management skills and experience, successfully achieving targets and delivery expectations, within a community development setting.
• Strong promotional and business development expertise to achieve established targets and build stakeholder relationships.

A full position description is attached.

How do I apply?

Click the ‘Apply Now’ button to submit your application. Please include a resume and cover letter outlining your interest for the role.

Applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date, so we encourage you to submit your application ASAP.

Here at the ADF we encourage cultural diversity, and our programs are reflective of our community partners, stakeholders, and community at large. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are highly encouraged to apply.

If you have any queries about the role, please contact Skye Mackay, State Manager VIC/TAS via email on [email protected] using the subject line: Regional Community Development Manager – Victoria enquiry via EthicalJobs.

We look forward to hearing from you!

A position description is attached.