Community Connector

Community Connector

We're looking for a passionate Community Connector to lead place-based, site-specific engagement in Sunshine and the Brimbank area. In this pivotal role, you'll foster strong, meaningful connections between families, community networks, local leaders, and service providers—boosting participation in early childhood education and care.

Location: Sunshine, Vic

Job Type: Maximum Term, Part-time

Salary: $90,962 to $97,875  per annum, based on skills and experience plus 12% superannuation.

What we offer our employees:

• Salary packaging options to improve your take home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year

About the role:

Reporting to the Community Engagement Lead, the Community Connector will support the site-specific community engagement in a local place-based setting. This role is responsible for fostering strong, meaningful connections between families, community networks, local leaders and service providers to enhance local engagement and participation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design of, and assist with undertaking place-based community engagement activities, utilise the BSL community engagement framework to guide the process.
• Identify and document community organising activities to understand local strengths, needs and opportunities.
• Locate information on local service systems, informal supports and community networks to inform service planning.
• Leverage internal BSL resources to support families and communities in achieving their aspirations
• Initiate the development and implementation of community strengthening guides and tools specific to their local community.
• Apply community strengthening methods to facilitate democratic group processes that support shared goals.

About Brotherhood of St Laurence

We are passionate about the work we do. We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia. We are made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for supporting the mission of BSL and delivering excellence in your role.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Certification in Community Development or equivalent.
• Proven experience working with diverse communities
• Experience in community development, asset mapping and community organising.
• Experience in assertive outreach.

If this sounds like the right fit for you:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation's success, we'd love to hear from you.

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When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.

Your application must include:

• A tailored cover letter,
• A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences, and

Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.

To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here.

If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Romany Amarasingham at / for a confidential discussion.

Applications close:Tuesday, 23rd  September 2025 at 11:55pm

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.