Are you a connector, strategist, and changemaker ready to lead one of Far North Queensland’s most inclusive and impactful community initiatives?

Centacare FNQ is seeking a Regional Coordinator to lead the growth of School Savvy from a seasonal support program into a dynamic, year-round network of Child and Family Hubs. This role is all about big-picture thinking, on-the-ground coordination, and ensuring that children and families across the region have access to culturally safe, wraparound support.

Why Join Centacare FNQ?

We believe our people are our greatest asset — and we back that belief with industry-leading employee benefits:

• Five Weeks of Annual Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Working Arrangements (where possible)
• Ability to Purchase up to an Additional Two Weeks Leave
• One additional paid days Compassionate Leave on each occasion of Compassionate Leave
• One Paid Gift Day for the next workday following the Boxing Day Public Holiday, where the workday following the Boxing Day Public Holiday is the Employees Usual Day of Work
• Salary Sacrificing Options
• Genuine face-to-face contact with management
• Ongoing Professional Development

In this role, you will:

✅ Lead the strategic development of multiple Hub sites across the region
✅ Coordinate partnerships with schools, community groups, health, and government sectors
✅ Champion child and family voice, community co-design, and inclusive practice
✅ Guide a passionate team of staff and volunteers to deliver real outcomes
✅ Oversee funding, reporting, and performance targets
✅ Make a difference in the lives of First Nations, CALD, and vulnerable families

Desired Skills and Experience

Tertiary qualification in human services, education, community development, or a related field

Significant experience in leading community-based programs or multi-agency partnerships

Strong leadership and team management skills, including supervision and staff development

Proven ability to develop and manage partnerships across sectors (education, health, government, community)

Experience working with diverse communities, particularly First Nations and CALD families, in culturally safe ways

Knowledge of child development, family wellbeing, and the social determinants of health

Skilled in project coordination, program planning, and continuous improvement

Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal

Experience in funding compliance, reporting, and managing service contracts

High level of digital literacy and data-informed decision-making

Current Driver’s Licence, Blue Card, Yellow Card (NDIS), and satisfactory National Police Check

Applications close Sunday 27.07.2025 (Please note: We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date.)