We are seeking a Community Engagement and Capacity Building Lead within our SACE team! This role is a SCHADS Level 7 ($127,235 - $ $132,570) pro rata, pay point dependent on experience, plus superannuation and up to $15,990 salary packaging. This is a 2-year max-term contract and available part-time (0.8 FTE).
About the role
The Community Engagement and Capacity Building Lead provides day-to-day leadership and practice oversight to coordinators delivering community engagement, education, capacity building and health promotion initiatives across Melbourne's west.
This role translates strategic and funded priorities into accessible, evidence-informed delivery; strengthens quality, evaluation and shared practice; and builds effective relationships across GenWest, communities, services and partner organisations.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead, supervise and support coordinators through clear priorities, work plans, coaching and reflective practice.
- Build a collaborative, accountable and inclusive team culture that supports learning, innovation and consistent culturally safe, trauma-informed and community-led practice.
- Address cultural, linguistic, social and structural barriers and incorporate culturally specific, bicultural and in-language approaches where appropriate.
- Coordinate planning, delivery, monitoring and review in line with funding requirements, agreed plans and organisational priorities.
- Use feedback, evaluation and practice learning to improve quality and contribute to funding and program reporting.
- Support stakeholder relationships, identify emerging needs and opportunities, advise the Manager and represent GenWest in relevant networks and forums.
- Support organisation-wide initiatives and work with the Manager and other Leads to translate strategy into effective community practice.
Essential
- Relevant tertiary qualification in health promotion, public health, community development, gender studies, social work, social policy or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience planning and delivering evidence-informed community engagement, health promotion, community development or capacity building initiatives.
- Experience leading staff through supervision, work planning, coaching and professional development, with a collaborative, empathetic and values-based approach.
- Experience building reciprocal relationships with communities, organisations, health and community services and other stakeholders.
Desired
- Experience in women's health, gender equity, primary prevention or community health.
- Experience with communities facing structural barriers to health, safety and participation.
All applications will close COB Friday 6th November 2026.
Should you have any questions or queries, or wish to review the Position Description for this role, please email recruitment@genwest.org.au
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Community Engagement and Capacity Building Lead in Melbourne employer: GenWest
GenWest is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work culture, fostering employee growth through ongoing training and development opportunities. Located in a vibrant community, the Manager – Operational Support role offers competitive remuneration, generous salary packaging, and a commitment to ensuring a safe and effective operational environment that empowers staff to deliver high-quality services to clients. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying a collaborative atmosphere that values your contributions.
