Organisation : Settlement Services International (SSI)
Location : Australia, New South Wales, Sydney (Ashfield)
Work type : Contract/Temporary
Sector : Community Support Services
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 17 Nov, 2017
About the organisation
ABOUT US
Settlement Services International (SSI) is a leading community-based not-for-profit organisation providing a range of services in the areas of refugee settlement, asylum seeker assistance, housing, multicultural foster care, disability support and employment services in NSW. Our vision is to achieve a society that values the diversity of its people and actively provides support to ensure meaningful social and economic participation and to assist individuals and families reach their potential.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
SSI’s Community Engagement unit sets out to help newcomers find a place of belonging in the Australian community. Working with volunteers and community groups, the Community Engagement unit ensures that newcomers feel welcomed and that their participation in society is valued.
ABOUT THE PR OJECT
Welcome2Sydney is a new, innovative project co-designed by City of Sydney and SSI. The project will work closely with volunteers and community groups from the City of Sydney to host families newly arrived to Australia as refugees for excursions and activities.
About the role
- Based In Ashfield
- 12 Month Contract
YOUR CONTRIBUTION
- Work with the City of Sydney to implement the Welcome2Sydney project
- Encourage newcomers to explore their new city
- Lead a team of volunteers to host excursions to the City of Sydney
- Chair the Advisory Group
- Project management and communications strategies
ABOUT YOU
Do you have tertiary qualifications in Community Service or Social Work? Are you an experienced Project Manager? Do have experience working with recently arrived refugees? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that makes a real difference to the lives of our clients, their families, carers, and communities.
We have a benefits package that promotes work/life balance; something we are very passionate about!
- Dedicated staff run BeWell well-being committee, supported by our CEO
- Employee Assistance Program
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Welcome2Sydney Project Officer via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Support_Services
