Community Engagement Coordinator

Community Engagement Coordinator

Full-time (1.0 FTE), Fixed-term Contract until October 2026

Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Services Award Level 4

We are a growing and innovative social enterprise supporting around 10,000 South Australians each year through housing and community services. Seeking opportunities to build positive pathways and connected thriving communities, we are one of few South Australian organisations offering an integrated model of housing and support. Together, we are committed to effecting long-term positive change for those we work with and the communities we work in.

Together, we are improving lives and building strong, resilient, and connected communities.

Meet some of our amazing staff here

Are you ready to embrace a dynamic new role, broaden your horizons, and take on an exciting challenge within Junction? We're offering a unique opportunity to join us as a Community Engagement Coordinator, a role where you will help shape vibrant, inclusive communities by leading initiatives that empower tenants and strengthen neighbourhoods.

In this role, you'll expand your professional capabilities by developing new skills and gaining valuable experience. From planning engaging events and securing funding through grant applications to collaborating with stakeholders, your work will directly contribute to sustainable tenancies and healthier communities.

You will also support tenants with complex needs and help bring inspiring stories to life through our Junction Quarterly Tenant Connect Newsletter.

If you are passionate about making a difference and eager to grow professionally in a supportive, collaborative environment, this could be the perfect opportunity to explore a new facet of Junction and gain hands-on experience in community development.

We are seeking a highly passionate person who:

• Understands Community Development and Engagement Principles
• Is capable of planning, implementing and evaluating Community development programs and projects
• Can respond appropriately to clients with complex needs and challenging behaviours
• Is able to prioritise workload, use initiative and work both independently and as part of a team
• Possesses sound communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and establish rapport with clients, staff and external agencies
• Holds a degree or relevant tertiary qualifications (Social Work, Community Services or lesser qualification complemented by relevant experience)

• Values-driven culture
• Generous salary sacrifice benefits
• Great professional development opportunities
• A You are Amazing Day – an extra day of leave to spend however you want
• A supportive, flexible work environment with paid parental leave and a strong focus on staff wellbeing
• A NAIDOC Day - an extra day of paid leave to attend NAIDOC celebrations
• Access to wholesale prices on selected products at Harvey Norman
• Access To Corporate Health Insurance and Annual Flu Vaccinations

• Complete our online application process
• Hold or be willing to obtain a current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Hold or be willing to obtain a current Safe Environments Certificate
• Hold a current unencumbered Australian driver's licence and be willing to drive
• Undergo pre-employment testing as part of the recruitment process

To apply for this role, please fill out the questions below. On the following page, you will be asked to add your Resume and a Cover letter. Please make sure you have this ready before you apply.Please also upload copies of relevant qualifications and certifications, including Working with Children Check, Safe Environments, and your Driver's Licence.

Applications Close: Sunday, 5 October 2025.

A position description is available by Clicking Here. For further confidential inquiries, contact Jules Ford, Housing Portfolio Manager, on

Junction is an equal opportunity employer that embraces a culture of diversity. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with disability, and people from every culture, gender and sexuality identity, age and ethnic background. Junction is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child and family abuse.

Junction is a non-denominational social enterprise helping more than 10,000 South Australians each year through a wide range of programs and support. This includes domestic violence and homelessness services; emergency housing; counselling; mentoring; community centres and residential care for children and young people under the Guardianship of the Chief Executive who can't be placed with foster families.

Junction also provides affordable housing for those on low incomes managing around 2,500 properties across the State.