• 0.8-1.0 EFT Ongoing
• Ballarat Location
• Salary Range $85,000-$95,000 base + 12% Superannuation + Generous Salary packaging options
• Award winning inclusive employer

OUR ORGANISATION

AT CAFS, YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

At Cafs, we have been making a difference in the lives of children, families, and communities across the Central Highlands for over 155 years. As a values-driven organisation, we are committed to wellbeing, safety, and respect for all.

With no religious affiliations, we focus on providing high-quality, client-centred services through early intervention, targeted support, and ongoing assistance. Our trauma-informed care approach (TBRI�) strengthens relationships and creates meaningful connections, while our commitment to inclusion, diversity, and innovation drives positive change.

Join a team where respect, integrity, collaboration, kindness, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. Be part of a legacy dedicated to empowering and supporting our community.

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Are you passionate about branding, communications and marketing? Join Cafs, a values-driven organisation as our Communications and Community Engagement Lead. This pivotal role is part of our Marketing team and will work closely with the Manager Strategy & Stakeholder Engagement to work towards Cafs vision and develop our brand in the community.

ABOUT YOU

You are a dedicated professional with demonstrated experience supporting brand, communication and marketing initiatives. With qualifications in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Community Engagement or a related discipline, and hands-on experience in in a similar role, you have the skills to create an impact within our organisation.

Your ability to collaborate with stakeholders across all levels enables you to build strong relationships and tailor campaigns and publications to align with organisational goals. You are not just an innovator but also a results-driven individual who thrives on improving processes and fostering a culture of continuous development.

Skills and attributes:

• You are highly adaptable, organised, and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to inclusion & diversity
• You have the ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, from internal Leadership to external vendors
• Ability to provide subject matter marketing expertise to our Leadership and work within our Cafs Brand Guidelines
• A passion to represent Cafs at community events
• Experience with tenders and grant submissions
• A contemporary approach to social media engagement
• Alignment to our values of Respect, Kindness, Innovation, Collaboration and Integrity.

To find out more view the position description on our website

Why join Cafs?

• Be a part of a team dedicated to wellbeing, safety and respect for all
• Lead initiatives to improve outcomes for our clients and communities
• Work in a supportive, inclusive and innovating environment
• Rewarding and Meaningful Careers with tailored leadership professional development and dedicated resources to support your growth
• Above award entitlements, including 3 days paid Christmas Leave

To find out more go visit our careers page https://cafs.org.au/child-and-family-services-ballarat-careers/

INTERESTED?

We would love to hear from you, to find out more about this opportunity contact the People & Engagement Team on 03 5337 3333

WANT TO APPLY?

To apply for this role please submit your application through the online portal by selecting the ?apply now? button on our careers webpage.

https://cafs.org.au/positions-available/

Applications are now open and will close on Wednesday the 23rd of July, 2025. Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and applicants may be contacted for interview prior to the closing date.

Please note all applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and will be subject to a satisfactory Police Check outcome and an employment Working with Children Check. Cafs strongly recommend all staff be fully vaccinated against covid-19.

At Cafs we welcome applications from all people and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, People with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions at Cafs.

Need support with your application?

If you require additional assistance with your application, please contact [email protected]