Job title: Community and Family Partnerships Officer – North Queensland
Location:
Townsville
Reports To:
Community Partnerships Coordinator
Position Type:
Contract Term 1 Year, 45hrs per fortnight
Salary:
Level 4.1, $44.5, 22.5 Hours per week
About the VSL
Village Support Limited is a dedicated not-for-profit charity based in Australia, committed to assist people of African heritage and others to overcome systemic barriers, recover from past injustices, trauma or adversities to contribute positively and fully to the social and economic development of Queensland and Australia. We work in partnership with our clients, staff, volunteers, and stakeholders to deliver impactful programs and campaigns that drive lasting change to African communities.
Our Mission
Assist people of African heritage and others to overcome systemic barriers, recover from past injustices, trauma or adversities, and that every African Australian child in Queensland, and Australia grows up feeling adequately supported, belonged, culturally connected, ambitious and optimistic about their future
Our vision
Ambitiously optimistic, culturally and professionally connected African children, young people, adults and communities, positively contributing to the wider Australian community.
Our Purpose
Supporting children, young people, adults and communities of African heritage and others by delivering quality services that are grounded in the African Village Model and underpinned by both solid collectivist and individual cultural values and support systems.
Further information about VSL can be found on our website /
About this Position
The primary role of the Community & Family Partnerships Officer is to effectively engage, and map-out/conduct need-based analysis in collaboration with various communities to identify communities' priorities and jointly develop a strategy and activities plan underpinned by the African Village Framework to support the communities.



This role is central to VSL's mission of assisting people of African heritage and others to overcome systemic barriers, recover from past injustices, trauma or adversities.
Duties and responsibilities
· In collaboration with local community and services, plan and implement families, youth and community social activities that create spaces for inclusion, belonging and empowerment cross including community forums, BBQs, events and sports across North Queensland.
· Plan and implement local quarterly
Community Leadership and Advocacy Platform), (CLAP)
– a dinner for advocates and leaders to discuss issues of importance to families and communities.
· Consult with parents, families and the local community across North Queensland to identify key issues and ideas to support mental health and wellbeing and educational engagement.
· Organise and facilitate cultural, traditional and social games at local community hubs or outdoor on weekends.
· Collect relevant data and complete the report timely on all the activities.
· Consult and collaborate with youth mentors and Women's Group Facilitators and management to identify broader community needs and recommend on activities that could improve community social cohesion and wellbeing.
· Assist with other programs across the Village Support Limited's where possible and asked by the management.
· In collaboration with local schools and families, set up VSL's homework clubs.
Essential criteria
Extensive knowledge and experience engaging positively with local communities
Behavioural Competencies
· Cultural awareness and respect.
· Patience, Empathy and no nonjudgemental attitude
· High standard of professionalism and leadership
· Maintaining privacy and confidentiality
· Strong commitment to professional boundaries and relationship
· Positive attitude toward young people and colleagues
Essential qualifications
At least a Diploma or bachelor's degree in social sciences or Community Service,
Requirements
· Blue Card (Working with Children)
· Police Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
· Valid QLD Driver's Licence

📌 Community And Family Partnerships Officer – North Queensland (Townsville)
🏢 Village Support
📍 Townsville