Policy and Project Officer

20 hours ago

Wollongong City Council, Australia Community Industry Group Full time
Overview

We are looking for Full time, Part time and Casual Project and Policy Officers. Join the Community Industry Group team and use your public policy, community development or community service delivery experience to truly make a difference

As a Project & Policy Officer, you will join a small, dynamic team with a can-do attitude. The organisation is the peak body for not-for-profit community organisations across southern NSW and leads social and policy change for the community sector and for disadvantaged and marginalised people, families and communities.

About Us

Community Industry Group is the peak body working for community services and organisations in Southern NSW. We support community organisations, promote expertise and innovation, foster industry development and pursue social justice in the region. For over 30 years we have provided a voice, influence and leadership for our not-for-profit members to ensure they feel heard, supported and informed in order to continue caring for the most vulnerable people in our society.

About You

You will possess strong written and verbal communication skills and have experience working and building relationships with stakeholders across the community services sector. You will be committed to social justice and passionate about the not-for-profit sector. People with experience in the aged care sector are strongly encouraged to apply.

What's in it for you?
  • Make a real difference working for a peak purpose-led organisation.
  • Conveniently based in Port Kembla, in a funky office environment, featuring free parking and surrounded by green space.
  • Flexible working hours and a collaborative, friendly work culture.
  • Variety of tasks, and the opportunity to work on interesting projects.
  • Bonus additional leave between Christmas and New Year.
  • Training and personal development opportunities.
  • SCHADS award Level 4 with above award salary and not-for-profit Salary Packaging benefits that boost take-home pay.
  • Feel good knowing you are working for an organisation with a strong social conscience and meaningful presence within our community.
Selection Criteria
  • Possess relevant qualifications in human services, social services, public policy or a related discipline OR a minimum of three years' experience working in a relevant policy environment.
  • Proven ability to develop and maintain strong networks and partnerships with key stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated high-level written and oral communication skills, and experience in producing high-quality written materials including reports, briefing papers and correspondence.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality, timely, evidence-based policy advice.
  • Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of research reports including the design, data collection and analysis of data.
  • Must be willing to obtain a current Police Check.
  • Current driver's licence and comprehensively insured vehicle.

Understanding of the Aged Care sector and experience using the DEX system is advantageous.

How to Apply

Applications should include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and a current CV. Applications to proceed must address the selection criteria. Please email or contact the office on Recruitment agency applications will not be considered.

Applications should be emailed with the subject line: "Confidential – Employment Application". Applications close at 5pm on Friday 29 August 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

For more information see our website:

Location

Coniston, New South Wales, Australia


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