Organisation : Access Community Services Limited (part of the SSI Group)
Location : Brisbane, QLD Regional (Kangaroo Point)
Work type : Full-time, Contract/Temporary
Sector : Community Development, Community Engagement, Community Support Services, Media
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : AU$90000 - AU$95000 per annum + Fortnightly day Off + Salary Packaging
Application closing date : 18 Jul, 2022
About the organisation
Access Community Services Limited (part of the SSI Group) is a community-based organisation and social business that supports newcomers and Australians to achieve their full potential. Taking an integrated approach how everyone can thrive within the community in which they live and the wider Australian society, we support children, young people and families; people living with disability; and asylum seekers, refugees and migrants.
Our programs include facilitating employment, multicultural foster care, creating community engagement, advocacy, and influencing government and international affairs and provide though leadership within our sector nationally and globally.
About the role
- Join an organisation that believes in making difference! Be part of a high performing team
- Full Time – 6 Months Fixed term contract, based in Kangaroo Point!
- Exceptional employee benefits – including flexible work options!
Do you want to work with a leading purpose driven, community-based organisation?
SSI’s 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 to reach their potential.
About the Program
The Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre (BEMAC) is dedicated to presenting, producing and developing culturally and linguistically diverse artists and art-forms within QLD. BEMAC delivers an annual program that includes activities funded by Arts Queensland, Australia Council for the Arts and Multicultural Affairs Queensland, which are delivered in partnership with CaLD artists and communities. BEMAC is a subsidiary of Access Community Services Limited, part of Settlement Services International (SSI) and is managed through their Arts and Culture function.
About the Role
The role is responsible for managing and delivering BEMAC’s first Stakeholder Engagement Plan as directed by SSI CEO and in line with BEMAC’s strategic goals to:
- Showcase social inclusion, promote cultural acceptance and drive social change.
- Organise, partner and support multicultural arts celebrations throughout Queensland.
- Increase economic outcomes and sustainability for artists and BEMAC.
- Champion and develop multicultural artists and activate Queensland Multicultural Centre (QMC) and regional spaces to connect with local audiences and increase BEMAC’s visibility.
The role will demand a collaborative and flexible approach due to the diverse, fast-paced, and high impact nature of the organisation.
We need a motivated, collaborative, and flexible individual, with proven experience and a positive attitude to take on each new task, no matter how big or small.
Selection Criteria
- Tertiary qualifications in Marketing, Business, Management or other relevant qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management and relationship building with a diverse portfolio including government agencies, local councils, private sector, arts industry and community sector
- Experience working with artists, cultural practitioners and communities of CALD backgrounds
- Demonstrated solid project and time management
- Demonstrated and existing networks within the arts community
- High level communication, presentation and relationship management skills
- Ability to influence, negotiate and engage external and internal stakeholders at all levels
About our Benefits
- Salary packaging options to receive up to $15,900 of your salary tax-free meaning more take-home pay!
- Industry leading flexible working arrangement supported to work from home and office, including 9-day fortnight;
- Access to in-house training and learning opportunities for professional development and growth;
- Access to our inhouse wellbeing programs, three days of culture and well-being leave
- Working alongside professional and dedicated team members all wanting to make a difference in our communities.
About our Recruitment Process
At SSI we have a zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, contractors and volunteers. All employees will undergo a National Police Clearance and a Working with Children Check as a condition of employment.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: BEMAC Arts & Culture Public Relations Lead via Pro Bono Australia.
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