Communications & Engagement Coordinator

**Introduction**:
Communications & Engagement Coordinator
**Location**: Melbourne
**Employment type**: Permanent Full Time
**Salary**: $106,764 - $113,249 base plus 12% superannuation and salary packaging
Make a difference where it matters most
At Housing Choices Australia, we believe everyone deserves a safe and affordable home. We are a leading not-for-profit housing provider committed to building inclusive and thriving communities. Our Five-Year Strategic Plan (2024-29) prioritises people and aims to deliver social impact, sustainable growth, and empowered teams.
Join us in building a better future, one home at a time.
Why you will love working with us
Join a passionate, purpose-driven team where your work creates lasting impact, and your wellbeing, growth, and individuality are genuinely valued.
Purposeful impact - make a meaningful difference in people’s lives by supporting inclusive, safe, and affordable housing.
Growth and development - enhance your skills and advance your career through tailored learning opportunities.
Balance that works - enjoy 5 weeks annual leave and flexible working arrangements suited to your lifestyle.
Valuable benefits - increase your income through salary packaging, salary continuance insurance, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
Supportive culture - be recognised and celebrated in an inclusive, values-driven workplace.
**Description**:
About the role
You will drive strategic communications and engagement for an inner-city social housing precinct, shaping initiatives that build trust, strengthen partnerships, and deliver meaningful outcomes for residents.
Deliver engagement initiatives aligned to Housing Choices’ placemaking strategy
Build collaborative partnerships with government, community groups and services
Plan, deliver and evaluate engagement initiatives.
Support resident voice strategies and ensure lived experience informs outcomes
**Skills and Experiences**:
About you
This role is ideal for someone who excels at stakeholder engagement, managing priorities, and leading projects that improve community outcomes.
**You’ll bring**:
Qualifications in community development, communications or related field, or equivalent experience
Experience delivering engagement, placemaking or community-focused projects
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
A passion for creating safe, inclusive and connected communities
You must agree to undergo any required employment screening, including but not limited to a National Criminal History or Police Check, Working with Children or Vulnerable Persons Check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Housing Choices Australia is a child safe organisation. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and have zero tolerance for child harm. All employees are expected to uphold our Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct to ensure a safe environment for children.
Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value unique experiences and perspectives.
Our values in action
**Everything we do is guided by our shared values**:
Putting people first - we listen, respect, and respond to our communities.
Working together - collaboration helps us achieve better outcomes.
Doing the right thing - we act with integrity and accountability.
Acting boldly - we innovate to address current housing challenges.
We are committed to a strategy that supports tenant wellbeing, organisational growth, environmental responsibility, and workforce empowerment.
Belong at Housing Choices
How to apply
If you do not meet every requirement, please still apply, as we value potential and diverse experiences as much as a perfect CV.
**Disclaimer**: To the best of Housing Choices Australia’s knowledge, this information is valid at the time of publication.
Agencies, thank you for thinking of us, but our recruitment is managed internally, and we will reach out to our preferred suppliers if we need assistance