Business Development Consultant – Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA)

Afford’s high-quality disability services are expanding under Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA), and we’re looking for a Business Development Consultant to help grow meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability. This is a role where purpose and performance go hand in hand. You’ll be out in the market building employer partnerships, creating real job opportunities, and supporting sustainable outcomes that genuinely change lives.

About the role:

- Work across St Albans, Footscray and Werribee to identify, develop and convert opportunities with disability-friendly employers
- Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to connect people to meaningful, sustainable employment
- Play a key role in driving employment outcomes under the IEA program

What you will do:

- Develop and execute a targeted business development plan aligned to IEA outcomes
- Identify and secure current employment opportunities for clients across your region
- Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, community organisations and key stakeholders
- Grow a portfolio of disability-inclusive employers
- Provide post-placement support to employers to support sustainable outcomes
- Work closely with Employment Consultants and wider teams to support placements and retention
- Monitor and report on performance, including placements, engagement and market growth
- Partner with Brand & Engagement to promote Afford’s employment offering
- Contribute to continuous improvement, compliance and quality service delivery

What you will bring:

- Experience in business development, employer engagement or relationship management (ideally within disability, employment or human services)




- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
- Proven track record of generating and converting opportunities into outcomes
- Understanding of government-funded employment programs such as Inclusive Employment Australia or similar
- Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a team environment
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
- Excellent communication and influencing skills
- Current Australian C class driver's licence and vehicle to travel between sites
- Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWSC) and Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Make a difference – Help people with disability achieve meaningful employment outcomes and greater independence.
- NFP Salary Packagingbenefits – Increase your take-home pay with up to $15,900 tax‑free plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
- Additional leave benefits – Enjoy bonus leave at each work anniversary and the option to purchase additional annual leave.
- Health and wellbeing – Access discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport and a range of wellbeing initiatives.
- Career development – Grow your skills through ongoing learning, professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Supportive culture – Join a collaborative, values‑led team committed to inclusion, continuous improvement and making a positive impact.

More about Afford:
At Afford, we exist to create an inclusive world where human rights are realised, a world where people of all abilities can share in life’s adventure. We are committed to inclusion, diversity and creating opportunities for people with disability to live the lives they choose. Our people live our values of Kind, Clear, Team and Explore. To learn more about Afford, visitwww.afford.com.au

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📌 Business Development Consultant – Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) (Geelong)
🏢 Afford
📍 Geelong