Organisation : Satellite Foundation
Location : Melbourne, Work from home jobs and Hybrid jobs (Collingwood)
Work type : Full-time
Profession : Community Services, Fundraising
Sector : Community Support Services
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $122,755 per annum
Application closing date : 16 Nov, 2025
About the organisation
Established in 2009, Satellite Foundation is a not-for-profit charity that connects and empowers young people aged 8 to 25 years, who have families with mental health challenges. Satellite aims to foster a strong connection between young people, their families and the wider community. Our programs use a combination of creativity and the sharing of lived experience to combat isolation and promote confidence, self-esteem and good coping strategies. Satellite offers peer support in a range of in-person and online programs, workshops, activities and projects that are centred on connection.
At Satellite, our staff are committed to:
- Placing children and young people at the heart of what we do and in the context of their family and their community.
- Acting in the best interest of young people at all times and living our principles of creativity, connection and wellbeing.
- Amplifying and embedding the voices and lived experience of children, young people and families through our co-creation framework, so they know their voices are heard and valued.
About the role
The opportunity:
Make a Difference with Satellite
We’re looking for a relationship-builder and problem-solver to help strengthen Satellite’s impact. In this role, you’ll lead the way in building trusted partnerships, sourcing and managing mental health and wellbeing service providers, and ensuring our clients receive timely, high-quality support. You’ll work across teams to streamline processes, guide individuals, families and Satellite staff through brokerage funding and service systems and keep everything on track with smart planning and clear reporting.
With plenty of variety, you’ll monitor outcomes, spot opportunities, and make strategic decisions that balance client needs with organisational goals. If you’re ready to combine operational know-how with people skills to deliver meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, those from diverse age groups, abilities and backgrounds, those from multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities to apply.
Please refer to the position description for a full list of what you’ll be doing in this role and the essential and desirable skills and experience we are after. Past participants or volunteers in Satellite programs with suitable skills and experience are encouraged to apply.
Why join us:
- Office location in Collingwood, Victoria, close to public transport
- A values-driven culture
- This role has flexible working arrangements including hybrid WFH/WFO options
- An employee assistance program
- Professional development opportunities
- Extensive salary packaging options (to a maximum of $15,899 per annum, plus up to $2,650 meal and entertainment)
What you need to know:
Employment is conditional on:
- a satisfactory National Police Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)
- a satisfactory International Police Check if you have lived overseas for longer than 12 months in the past 10 years
- a current Working with Children’s Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)
- proof of rights to work in Australia as described in legislation
- certified evidence of relevant professional qualifications (if outlined in the Essential Skills and Experience)
- Disclosure of any misconduct or formal disciplinary action taken by any current or former employer.
How to apply
This will be a quick recruitment for the right person. If you are excited about this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter that addresses the key selection criteria.
This role will close at midnight on Sunday, 16th November. For any enquiries, please contact Tanya Thorpe via email recruitment@satellitefoundation.org.au
Please quote in application: Partnerships and Contracts Manager via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Support_Services
