Bid Writer and ESG Coordinator

What does this career journey in an award-winning Community Housing provider look like?

Your new career journey starts HERE Are you looking for a career with an organisation that is purpose driven and committed to making a difference in people's lives? Be part of a journey that helps empower people and communities. You will be surrounded, mentored and supported by a team that is invested in your success

What will your new day look like?

Reporting to the Senior Manager Growth & Strategy, this full-time role is responsible for leading high-quality bid and tender submissions, while driving Evolve Housing's Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy. The role sits within the Growth, Governance and Legal Division and plays a key part in advancing our organisational growth and sustainability agenda.

You will be responsible for researching, coordinating and writing compelling submissions that showcase Evolve Housing's value proposition, as well as managing ESG reporting and initiatives that reduce our climate footprint and strengthen our social impact.

Essential to this role is your ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver persuasive proposals and embed ESG practices across the organisation.

Key accountabilities include:

Bid & Tender Coordination

• Research, write and compile EOIs, RFTs/RFPs, grant responses and capability statements.
• Liaise with legal, finance and operational teams to ensure submissions reflect our strategic goals and service delivery strengths.
• Maintain a library of standard content, case studies and organisational data.
• Contribute to the development of an AI-based database to streamline proposal processes.
• Deliver high-quality written proposals and presentations aligned with Evolve Housing branding and compliance requirements.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

• Coordinate and implement ESG initiatives and reporting across the business.
• Lead quarterly and annual ESG reporting, ensuring consistency and data integrity.
• Monitor performance against our ESG roadmap and action plan.
• Provide ESG training and lead internal engagement to embed sustainability practices.
• Communicate ESG impact to internal and external stakeholders through campaigns and reports.

Is this you? Passion, drive, enthusiasm? Then we NEED you

• Do you believe in everybody's "right" to have a place to call home?
• Are you energised and motivated by building relationships?
• Do you pride yourself on impeccable attention to detail?
• Do you relish accountability?
• Do you face challenges head on with positivity?
• Are passionate about providing housing opportunities to those who most need it?

What does Evolve Housing do? Why are we an amazing workplace?

Evolve Housing Limited is one of Australia's leading not-for-profit Community Housing Providers (CHPs), focusing on providing social and affordable housing. We provide innovative housing services and solutions to those in need and develop partnerships that provide positive social outcomes for individuals and their communities.

Evolve Housing has over 25 years' experience in property and tenancy management and a reputation for social excellence. With a current portfolio of over 4,000 social and affordable properties housing over 10,000 people, we offer the opportunity to work for a dynamic and rapidly growing organisation.

Some important things you will need to begin this journey

• Minimum 5 years' experience in writing large bids and tenders.
• Experience with ESG reporting processes, data management, and frameworks.
• Tertiary qualifications in research, sustainability, social impact or 5+ years' experience in a similar position.
• Ability to work autonomously, prioritise and plan in a complex environment.
• Strong strategic, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility and a proactive approach to working in a small, collaborative team.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Action-oriented and outcome-focused mindset
• Understanding of the community housing and/or NFP sector (desirable).

What benefits will you receive?

You will be part of a culture with true purpose, where we care about helping our clients and our community drive.

Do you want a career that takes you places?

You will be paid a generous salary where NFP salary sacrifice can increase your take home net pay by approximately $10K through salary packaging benefits.

You will secure a career that takes you places through ongoing career development.

What happens next?

To apply, submit your resume and a covering letter addressing all selection criteria.

Evolve Housing encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.

Evolve Housing welcomes applicants from Culturally & Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.

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