Partnership & Development Manager (Contract 3 Years)

**Introduction**:
Peninsula Community Legal Centre (PCLC) is one of 49 community legal centres in Victoria. It operates across six local government area in the south east of Melbourne - Cardinia, Casey, Frankston, Glen Eira, Kingston and Mornington Peninsula. PCLC is headquartered in Frankston and has branch offices in Bentleigh, Cranbourne, Frankston North and Rosebud.
PCLC works to empower and support disadvantaged community members of the South Eastern and Westernport region to use the law and legal system to protect and advance their rights and broaden their awareness of their responsibilities. PCLC offers general legal advice and casework services, specialist family law, tenancy, family violence, rooming house and social work programs, and is active in community legal education and law reform work.
**Description**:
The Partnership & Development Manager will work with the PCLC Executive Team to expand our partnerships and proactive community engagement to increase our impact and reach to our priority client groups and communities.
Full time Position - Three Year Contract (funding period)
The Partnership & Development Manager will foster collaboration between our partners, community sector, justice and health organisations to achieve shared goals and sustainable outcomes. The role will support PCLC’s commitment to integrate stakeholder feedback into program design and service planning.
The Partnership & Development Manager will support the development, including funding opportunities, implementation and evaluation of project, and organisational plans, including the Reconciliation Action Plan and Stakeholder Engagement Framework.
Key Accountability Areas
Foster collaborative partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government, community, non-government, health and justice sectors.
Develop a workplan that aligns with PCLC’s strategic objectives and priorities
Work closely and collaboratively with PCLC staff and partners to develop shared goals to address service gaps and/or access to PCLC services.
Facilitate ongoing community engagement by organising consultations, forums and outreach activities to ensure community priorities are represented in program design and service delivery.
Support the development of strategic partnerships with government, non-government, legal and community to enhance capacity building and advocacy priorities.
Ensuring project deliverables and milestones are delivered on time and within budget
Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant information, resources and referral options for community members.
Monitor the effectiveness of community development and stakeholder engagement initiatives using evidence-based practice to inform continuous improvement and alignment with PCLC’s strategic goals.
Organisational Relationships and Decision Making
The position reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and Director Legal Services
All work and conduct are to be performed in accordance with PCLC Policy and Procedures, PCLC Strategic Plan, PCLC Work Plan and PCLC Advice and Casework Guidelines.
Professional judgement is exercised in the performance of routine tasks and client services.
Direction is sought prior to engaging in non-routine tasks and client services.
Other relevant Information
You will be required to travel to community venues and PCLC service locations. Access to a reliable and comprehensively insured motor vehicle is a requirement.
Ensure compliance with all Privacy Legislation and treat all information of a personal and sensitive nature concerning the business of PCLC and its clients, in a professional and confidential manner in accordance with PCLC’s information and records management procedures.
Ensure that all PCLC policies, procedures, systems and work practices are implemented and adhered to, in particular, in human resource management, risk management and customer service.
Act in a professional manner at all times while performing duties for and/or representing PCLC in line with the Staff Code of Conduct.
An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful applicant. Salary packaging is available.
**Skills and Experiences**:
Selection Criteria
Relevant tertiary qualifications, preferably in law, social sciences, community development or related field.
Demonstrated experience in community development and stakeholder engagement.
Ability to set priorities, monitor workflow, maintain deadlines, exercise initiative and judgment in changing environments.
Ability to innovate and influence change
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with a diverse range of community members and partners.
Ability to work autonomously, while maintaining connection and communication with colleagues and stakeholders.
Broad knowledge and experience in all aspects of grant writing, grant acquittals and program reports.
A demonstrated track record in the management and delivery of quality management and best practice
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