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Anglicare is seeking a passionate and visionary Community Development and Insights Manager to lead our new Place-based Services Project in Mount Druitt. This is more than a job-it's a calling to make a lasting impact in a marginalised community through love, compassion, and strategic innovation.

In late 2024, Anglicare launched a small project to explore place-based community development opportunities. A second phase, 12-month pilot project has now been approved to develop an approach to community-led work in Mt Druitt, listening deeply and walking alongside community members and local partners. This project, focused on a 'Community Connection and Learning Action Plan', will deliver a clear approach for long-term, committed place-based work after the initial year. As the leader of a small team, you will oversee the Community Connection and Learning Action Plan, develop a strategy and model for future place-based services, and engage internal stakeholders and the community in a transformative journey. You will lead a specialized team partnering with local churches and community connectors to develop and refine our model for community development, laying the groundwork for long-term presence and impact in Mt Druitt while being sensitive to our current phase. Occasional weekend or evening work may be required.

Opportunity details below

• Initially contracted till October 2026
• Full Time or Part Time (minimum 4 days per week)
• Location - Mount Druitt

Your Opportunity

• Lead the Learning Action Plan: immerse yourself in local community, its people and stories, support Community Engagement & Insights Officer, engage with local community connectors, ensure learning outcomes are achieved and documented.
• Engage and manage relationships with local community and Anglicare stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of wellbeing, belonging, and achievement within the team.
• Support community partnerships and manage priorities for impactful collaboration.
• Analyse internal capabilities, lead initiatives and drive change to to prepare Anglicare for future place-based work.
• Develop a model with recommendations and a business case for Phase 3 (long term place-based work), including consideration of private funding.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in team leadership and project management.
• Deep understanding of assets-based community development principles and Place-based approaches, with genuine direct experience developing or delivering place-based services/outcomes.
• Appreciation for Systems Thinking and strategic innovation.
• Mission-aligned with a heart for church partnerships in marginalized areas.
• Strong Project Management skills.
• Occasional weekend or evening work may be required.
• Demonstrated community experience in marginalised areas is highly valued.
• Relevant qualifications such as a degree in Social Work or related field.
• Proven experience implementing and adapting strategies in partnership with community stakeholders.
• A valid Driver's License, vehicle with full comprehensive insurance is required.

Why Anglicare?

We provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities we support and the dedicated people here who make it happen.

At Anglicare, you'll get the security, stability and opportunities that come with a strong, well-established organisation that's ready for the future. You'll belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds. You will also be supported to gain new knowledge, deepen your experience and expertise, and shape a rewarding career.

On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you will enjoy in a career with us:

• Flexible work options to get the most out of work and life
• Increase your take-home pay by up to $15,900 with salary packaging
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training to advance your career
• Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers
• Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family

Are you ready for a career that means more?

We're many services, with one purpose, to meet people where they are and walk with them. At Anglicare, we believe everyone is Made for Connection, with God, with each other, and with the places we call home. But sometimes, life unravels. That's where we step in, in Community and Mission, offering hope, support, and presence. From food relief to chaplaincy, crisis care to caring for the wellbeing of the elderly, every moment of connection matters. And it's not just what we do. It's how we do it: side-by-side, with compassion and care.

To register your interest for this role, please click the 'Apply' button. All applicants will receive a response.

Anglicare is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.