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Community Development Coordinator
Location: Richmond and Collingwood
Work Type: Part-time (4 days/30.4 hours per week, with potential for 5 days/38 hours per week)
Salary: SCHADS Level 5 ($49.28 per hour) + super + salary packaging

About Carringbush

Carringbush has been delivering outreach education and pathways programs since 1984. We specialise in supporting people with low levels of English language, literacy and numeracy, and those who face significant barriers to participating in further education and employment.

About the Role

The Community Development Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and delivering community-based programs that support access to education, training, and employment. The role focuses on working directly with culturally and linguistically diverse adults, particularly those with low levels of English language, literacy and numeracy.

Working under limited supervision, the Community Development Coordinator contributes to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of community development initiatives, builds supportive relationships with participants and local partners, and assists with grant applications, reporting, and community events. The Community Development Coordinator works collaboratively with Carringbush staff, trainers, volunteers, and local stakeholders to ensure that projects are responsive to community needs and delivered effectively.

About You

You’ll have experience in community services, adult education, or program coordination, with the confidence to manage day-to-day program delivery while working collaboratively in a small team. Based within commuting distance of Richmond and Collingwood, you’ll bring:

• Experience working with people from migrant and refugee backgrounds, including those facing barriers to participation.
• Skills in coordinating community programs, workshops, or short courses.
• Ability to build trust with participants and create inclusive, welcoming spaces.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Confidence working independently and managing competing priorities.
• Skills in monitoring, reporting, and using participant feedback.
• Competence with digital tools such as email, spreadsheets, and social media.
• A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in community services, education, or a related field.

More Information and How to Apply

To apply to join Carringbush in this critical role and make a significant positive impact on many people please email your resume to [email protected]

Q&A and enquiries welcome – please call (03) 9917 3352 anytime