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We are an organisation that acknowledges systemic disadvantage and discrimination exist, and one that values diverse experience.  We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with different abilities, and people re-entering the workforce.

 

Applications open

Tender & Grants Lead
Sydney NSW

Full-time

Make a Difference as our Tenders and Grants Lead! 

Are you a skilled wordsmith with a passion for driving positive change? Imagine using your talents to help secure vital funding for projects that directly impact communities, improve lives, and contribute to a more sustainable future. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!  

About the opportunity  

We are looking for an experienced, organised and dynamic Tender and Grants Lead to be at the forefront of our growth, collaborating with leaders across our organisation to prepare winning submissions. 

Reporting to the Executive Team under the Marketing and Communications Manager, this role is pivotal to the ongoing success of Community Resources. 

What You’ll Do: 

  • Be the driver: Research and identify new opportunities that align with our vision, keeping us competitive and ahead of industry trends. 

  • Collaborate and inspire: Work closely with our leadership and functional managers to craft high-quality, compelling submissions that highlight our mission, operational excellence, values, and capacity to deliver real outcomes. 

  • Maintain key systems and processes: Oversee our submission management systems to ensure a smooth, efficient development and submission process

About you 

You are an individual with boundless energy, commitment and passion for social and environmental good. You understand the impact of quality communications in relation to business development. You are a: 

  • Proven Funding Expert: You have a track record of successful tender and grant applications, preferably in the NFP or social impact sector, and know how to navigate government and commercial funding landscapes. 

  • Storyteller and Strategist: Your written communication skills are top-notch, and you know how to craft a narrative that conveys our work with clarity and conviction. 

  • Detail-Oriented Project Manager: You’re organized, deadline-driven, and can juggle multiple applications and reporting requirements with ease and that meet all requirements. 

  • Research Enthusiast: You’re skilled in identifying funding trends and opportunities that align with our mission. 

  • Systems whizz: You understand that sound systems are they key to managing great processes that support teams and enable successful work and you are the ambassador of this. 

What working for Community Resources will look like 

Work/life balance is important to us, so there is flexibility relating to how the week can be structured. The position is full-time, with the option of working flexibly between the office and home, with occasional travel. As well as a competitive salary, you will have the benefit of attractive not-for-profit salary packaging.   

For more information and how to apply   
 
To apply, send us a copy of your CV and a covering letter, making sure that you address the “About you” criteria and your suitability for this role, and why you might like to join our team.   
 
We are an organisation that acknowledges systemic disadvantage and discrimination exist, and one that values diverse experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with different abilities, and people re-entering the workforce.   
 
We will review applications as they are received. Final applications close at 5:00pm on Friday 18 November 2024.   
 
For more information on the role or a copy of the position description, please email jobs@communityresources.org.au.     
 

 
 

Applications Open
 
 

Team Leader - Bush Regeneration & Landscaping

Liverpool, Sydney NSW
Casual

Green Connect

Our social enterprise Green Connect is dedicated to making the world fairer and better.  

It provides training and employment opportunities to people who need it the most, in work that cleans up, benefits and protects the environment.  It runs an award-winning sustainable permaculture farm and provides Ethical Labour Hire and Zero Waste Services to progressive businesses, organisations and councils.

The role

Casual - the majority of our current bush regeneration work is based in Western Sydney, in the Liverpool area.

This is a unique opportunity for someone experienced in bush regeneration and is ready to share their expertise with others.  The Team Leader will coordinate, supervise and coach groups of supported staff (largely young people and former refugees and asylum seekers) in the delivery of bush regeneration, rehabilitation and revegetation works in the Western Sydney area.  

The main components of this role include:

  • collaborate with the Business Development Manager to ensure scope of works is fit for purpose and carried out to quality standards

  • deliver bush regeneration services on behalf of our partners

  • manage teams of supported staff to undertake works, using a community development and strengths-based approach

  • lead briefings and operational meetings 

  • manage tools and equipment including planning, purchasing and maintaining

  • maintain accurate records including reports, schedules, timesheets, rosters, work health and safety 

  • maintain excellent environmental and health and safety standards including pre-start checklists, site inductions and safe work method statements.

Conditions of employment will be guided by the Gardening and Landscaping Award and remuneration is an above award rate.    As a not-for-profit, you can also increase your take-home pay through salary packaging benefits.

About you

Essential criteria:

  • Qualifications in Conservation and Land Management or other relevant qualification (or working towards)

  • At least two years' experience leading teams of people in bush regeneration activities

  • Ability to value, respect and work with people from diverse backgrounds, including people with employment barriers such as limited English, literacy or complex support needs

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including plain English

  • Well-developed skills in native flora and weed identification

  • Current chemical use certification (to AQF level 3 competency)

  • Chainsaw certificate of competency

  • Commitment to safe working practices

  • Developed planning and time management skills

  • Capacity to clear a NSW Working with Children Check

  • Current valid Driver's Licence

  • Rights to work in Australia

Highly desirable:

  • Experience working with disadvantaged populations, especially former refugees, young people and or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

  • Knowledge of environmental weeds and native flora in the Western Sydney and Illawarra regions.

We are an organisation that acknowledge systemic disadvantage and discrimination exist, and one that values diverse experience.  We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people form culturally diverse backgrounds, people with different abilities and people reentering the workforce.

Please note, we are looking to fill this role asap and will be reviewing applications as they are received.  

How to apply:

Please send us a copy of your resume and a covering letter explaining why you’d like to join our team AND how you meet the skills, knowledge and experience listed under “About you” above. 

For more information on the role, please contact Emilia Salgado on 0474 156 720 or email your questions to Emilia.Salgado@green-connect.com.au.

For a detailed Position Description, please email your request to jobs@communityresources.org.au.

 
 
 

Soft Landing ACT Manager

Hume, Canberra ACT
Full time, permanent

About the Role

Do you want to be part of improving the lives of people whilst caring for the planet? 

Soft Landing provides social and environmental outcomes, primarily through employment opportunities and waste diversion from landfills. The role of Service Delivery ACT Manager will contribute through leadership, risk management, and cost control at our Hume site. 

The ACT Manager is responsible for operational management and performance, including P&L cost lines, WHS, stockpile management, and site compliance as per the contract with ACT NoWaste. This involves leading operational teams for mattress and bed base collection, processing, and disposal. The role includes day-to-day leadership, staff development, and coordination with the People and Culture and WHS Partners on matters relating to human resources and health and safety.  

Reporting to the Operations Manager NSW & ACT, the ACT Manager will support strategy development, budgeting, and monthly progress reporting. They will oversee the Team Manager and their team, which may involve supervising shifts, site operations, fleet control, logistics, and equipment. The ACT Manager performs as a positive representative of Soft Landing and its partners, contributing to efficient operations and serving as a role model. The opportunity for this role is to enhance our ability to support our customers whilst delivering outstanding outcomes at Community Resources. 

About You 

  • A minimum of 3 years' experience in a management role 

  • Highly developed communication skills with proven ability to build relationships and communicate with a diverse range of people 

  • Financial Management experience - strategy, budgeting, cost control, and P&L responsibility 

  • Ability to work independently and mentor / coach others in the team 

  • Demonstrated commitment to professional values: customer service, health and safety, fairness 

  • Time-management, decision-making and organisational skills 

  • High level of computer literacy skills with Microsoft Office 365 

  • Risk-management experience 

  • Logistics and process management experience 

  • Ability to work under pressure to meet target commitments

  • Assertive and vigilant in managing workers and controlling labour costs

  • Strong leadership skills to delegate tasks effectively and ensure clarity of responsibilities

  • Experience in motivating and engaging teams to maximise productivity

  • Problem-solving skills to address labour or process inefficiencies swiftly and proactively

It would be good if you have:

  • Knowledge of or experience in the waste management industry 

  • Understanding of disciplinary process 

  • Frontline Management or Leadership qualification 

  • Current driver's licence and car to drive to work. 

  • Forklift license and experience with safety knowledge for forklift operations 

This role will require standing and sitting for extended periods of time.

What working for Community Resources will look like 

Work/life balance is important to us, so flexibility will be applied to the role where it meets both business and personal needs. The position is full-time. As well as a competitive salary, you will have the benefit of attractive not-for-profit salary packaging.   

For more information and how to apply 

To apply, send us a copy of your resume and a covering letter, making sure that you address how you meet the details in the ‘About You’ section above.

We would like to fill this position as soon as possible and will review application as they come in.

For more information about this opportunity, please email jobs@communityresources.org.au or call Muhammad Zain on 0407 586 699.

The successful candidate will undertake probity checks as necessary for the role. 

 

To express your interest in working with Community Resources please use the contact form below

 

We work in these locations across Australia: 

 

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Australia and recognise the continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future. We walk together towards healing.