About the Role:

EPIC is currently seeking an enthusiastic Community Coordinator to facilitate front to end projects and programs, including running a broad range of community events, workshops and activities.

This position will be based in Newman on a fixed-term, part time basis with 16.5 hours of work per week over 3 days (to be determined with successful applicant).

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain effective and timely communication protocols with schools, training providers and industry and community organisations in delivering contemporary career development services
• Research, develop and facilitate appropriate career and employment workshops to the schools and wider community
• Provide one on one career guidance assistance to clients
• Undertake training and development as required to be able to effectively develop and facilitate programs
• Assist development of project plans for new activities, programs and events
• Attend and host networking meetings to promote the services to schools, training providers, community organisations and businesses
• Developing and running of career based workshops at the local high schools
• Identifying and fostering development opportunities and assisting in securing funding for development activities and programs

Key Skills:

• Previous experience working in event/workshop planning and/or career guidance/education support
• Culturally sensitive to a broad and diverse client group with excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, committed and enthusiastic to making a difference
• High level of initiative, coupled with creative skills
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work across a range of projects concurrently
• Proficient in computerised systems especially the Microsoft office suite of programs

EPIC Offers:

• The opportunity for a rewarding career in a creative and supportive community based setting, working for a not-for-profit
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support
• Salary packaging
• Attractive salary and leave entitlements

You will need:

• A satisfactory Police Certificate no older than 3 months
• Hold a current ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence

To Apply:

Please apply below and include your resume as well as a cover letter that demonstrates the key skills of the position.

For further information or to request a job description, please contact Brooklyn Noble, Corporate Coordinator on 9185 0000 or Brooklyn.noble@empoweringpeople.org.au.

Shortlisting and interviews will commence immediately. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.