Organisation : The Ethnic Communities Council of Victoria
Location : Melbourne (Coburg)
Work type : Part-time
Sector : Community Development, Community Engagement
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 3 Aug, 2021
About the organisation
The Ethnic Communities’ Council of Victoria Inc. (ECCV) represents the voices of multicultural Victoria. We are a community based, member driven peak body for ethnic and multicultural organisations committed to strengthening and building our community through advocacy and leadership, empowering people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Our purpose is to influence and collaborate with government, business, community and all individuals to support our vision of a culturally diverse and harmonious society that is just, fair and inclusive for all Victorians.
About the role
An opportunity exists for an experienced and talented Project Officer to join the ECCV and deliver the Recognising and Respecting Carers Project. The Carers Capacity Building Officer aims to provide support and improve outcomes for carers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds across Victoria, particularly with respect to addressing elder abuse in care relationships.
The Carers Capacity Building Officer reports to the Ageing Well Lead and oversees the day-to-day co-ordination and implementation of the project, including tracking proposed outcomes, liaising with partners and community stakeholders, as well as supporting monitoring and reporting to government. The position focuses on supporting carers to receive information on Victorian carer services and supports, build skills and knowledge of carer groups through meaningful engagement activities and address carer health and well-being through participation in support groups and relevant pathways.
The position is part-time (4 days per week) and remunerated at Level 5 of the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010.
Suitably qualified candidates from a culturally and linguistically diverse background are strongly encouraged to apply. ECCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Carers Capacity Building Officer via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Development, #Community_Engagement
