Life at Vinnies

At Vinnies, we are what we do. We believe in making a difference. We are one of Queensland’s most-loved charitable organisations and are committed to leading with our values and mission at heart. We work together to build a legacy that we can be proud of, supporting those in need within our communities. Our companions are why our journey started, striving to shape a more just and compassionate society. Our employees, members and volunteers are the reason our journey continues, and why we will succeed.

What we can offer you

• Work with a purpose – not your average organisation and not your average role!
• Competitive hourly rate and excellent employment benefits under our Employee Agreement
• Salary packaging arrangements – helping you save on tax
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program – our employees are our most valuable asset
• A welcoming and inclusive environment where you’ll always feel part of a team

The role

Are you passionate about driving meaningful change in housing services? Join Vinnies Housing and play a key role in shaping better outcomes for tenants and communities.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Officer for Housing to support the coordination, design, and delivery of strategic and operational projects across our housing portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful initiatives ranging from systems optimisation and policy development to service model innovation and compliance enhancement.

What you’ll be doing:
• Collaborating with the Project Lead to deliver high-impact projects that improve service delivery and tenant experience
• Supporting the development of policies, operational processes, and service models
• Coordinating project activities, timelines, and documentation with precision
• Engaging with stakeholders to ensure collaborative and practical outcomes

We are looking for someone eager to grow their capability across the broader housing improvement landscape – not just digital systems, but also policy, practice, and performance.

This is a permanent, full-time position (38 hours per week) based in South Brisbane..

About You

• Experience in a project support, service design or business administration role.
• Experience in a housing, social services, or not-for-profit environment is highly regarded.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel, Teams and Word.
• Ability to engage collaboratively and respectfully with diverse stakeholders.
• Exposure to CRM platforms, workflow mapping or business process documentation.
• Understanding of community housing operations, tenancy processes or regulatory frameworks.
• Qualifications or training in project management, social services, public administration or housing management.
• Certification or training in relevant software or process improvement tools.
• Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy of the St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland and an ability to work in accordance with policies and procedures to promote the values and mission of the Society.

Ready to make a difference? We can’t wait to hear from you!

You can submit your application via SEEK or directly on our careers page! Please note that we will review applications as we receive them.

Having the right people in our team is important to us. Before joining our team, we’ll undertake pre-employment checks including references, a police check, and proof of qualifications.

We are committed to meaningful equity and diversity in our workforce. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples is strongly encouraged. To be eligible for this position you must have an appropriate visa to work in Australia/New Zealand.