Community Engagement Advisor

It starts here. With Bendigo Bank… and you.

We've never been 'just a bank'. Just like you should never be 'just an employee'. We're united in our belief that in banking, better can be bigger, and together we're making it happen.

Your role as Community Engagement Advisor will have a positive impact in your local community and in turn, the organisation, through aligning activities to the branch business plan and building a pipeline of new prospects and opportunities.

In this dynamic and high-impact role, you'll make your mark by:

• Immersing yourself within the local community. You'll have a mind for networking and collaborations and will work with the board and branch management team to seek out, nurture and organise community relationships, partnerships and events
• Telling our stories. Through various channels, you'll help spread the word and celebrate the work we do within the community
• Managing social media and local marketing activation. You will be responsible for creating and posting content and driving engagement through various social media platforms
• Being a lifelong learner. Bring your brilliant mind, and we'll help you take your career to the next level with on-the-job training and other learning opportunities
• Building connections. A role at Bendigo Bank means supporting our customers, giving back and making our communities a better place… while having some fun along the way

This is a Permanent, Part-time position located in Hastings.
The roster is 30 hours per fortnight with flexibility required across Monday-Sundayfor the right candidate.
The ability to occasionally attend community events outside of normal business hours is also a requirement of the role.

What you'll bring to the role

To succeed in this role, you'll be a proud brand ambassador. We'd love you to have:

• An understanding and established connection with the local community
  • Strong customer service and customer experience ethos
    • Ability to drive and maintain effective working relationships and networks
      • Effective communication skills to share our Community Bank story
        • Excellent time management and organisational skills
          • Experience in marketing and managing social media pages
            • Ability to work independently and unsupervised
              • Project or event management experience (desirable, but not essential)
                • Confidence with technology and experience in digital platforms and creative/editing tools

Our Community Banking model

Community Banking operates on a shared revenue model based on 'profit-with-purpose'. This approach ensures that the profits generated are reinvested directly into the communities that create them, funding local initiatives such as infrastructure improvements, event sponsorships, and scholarship programs. By joining a Community Bank branch, you become part of a dedicated team focused on promoting local growth and nurturing meaningful relationships. Our branch staff are actively engaged in community events, providing support to small businesses, and addressing the specific needs of the community.

So, why work with us?

• Want big impact that matters? Here, you'll know your work directly benefits the customers and communities we all serve.
  • Want to be more than just a number? Join a team that truly values you – and that gets more and more diverse, every day.
    • Want career opportunity and flexibility? You can achieve so much here, with flexible policies and a team that believes in you.

You'll also get access to a great range of benefits, including:

• Health and wellbeing support, including discounted gym memberships, private health insurance options, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family members
  • Take your learning to the next level through our corporate university 'BEN U'

We're making better, bigger. And we'll get there with you.

Think you're our newest Community Engagement Advisor? Now's the time to set your sights even higher – on the future you and the future career you deserve.Apply now

We believe a diverse workforce supported by an inclusive culture is central to our success, and we're all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. To ensure that you feel supported and are set up for success, please don't hesitate to reach out if you require any adjustments to the application or interview processes.

You can find out more about our retail banking roles here - https://careers-ext.bendigoadelaide.com.au/branch-network.

Screening and interviews may commence prior to closing date.

We are committed to responding to all candidates, regardless of the outcome of your application.