Introduction

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to both organisational quality and growth. You'll lead the development and review of policies and procedures, monitor legislative and regulatory changes, and identify and pursue grant and funding opportunities that support our strategic priorities. Working across the organisation, you'll collaborate with managers and stakeholders to ensure our policies remain current, practical and aligned with best practice, while helping secure funding that strengthens services and creates new opportunities for the communities we support.

Description

Our Story

Creating Links is a leading not-for-profit multicultural community service provider, that is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of standards and service across South-West Sydney and the Greater Sydney region. Garnering a deep and rich history of more than 50 years, we understand the importance of culture and community. Today, we have grown to provide Disability services, Foster Care, Child & Family services, and Financial Wellbeing.

We are committed to delivering a holistic person-centered approach combined with a strong passion and focus on providing quality support and service excellence.

You’ll be proud of

- Working for an organisation that helps build stronger communities.
- A diverse and inclusive culture.
- Salary Packaging Benefits – Package up to $15,900pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses and benefit from a $2,650 meals and entertainment card before income tax is calculated, increasing your take home pay.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional Development – internal and external training and development opportunities





Skills And Experiences

About the Role

Reporting to the Executive Manager Quality, Risk and Practice, you will play a key role in supporting organisational quality, compliance and sustainability.

Your responsibilities will include

- Developing, reviewing and maintaining organisational policies, procedures and related documentation.
- Translating complex legislative, regulatory and policy information into practical guidance for staff.
- Monitoring legislative and regulatory changes and ensuring organisational documentation remains current and compliant.
- Facilitating consultation and collaboration across the organisation to support policy development and implementation.
- Researching, identifying and writing high-quality grant, funding and tender submissions aligned with organisational priorities and strategic goals.
- Supporting continuous improvement, governance and organisational learning initiatives.

This role would suit someone who enjoys balancing research, writing and analysis with relationship building and organisational improvement.

About You

You are a strong writer, strategic thinker and highly organised professional who enjoys turning ideas into practical outcomes.

You may have worked in policy, quality and compliance, governance,



community services, grants management, research, project management or a related field.

What you bring

- A tertiary qualification in Social Science, Social Policy, Human Services or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience).
- Experience developing, reviewing and maintaining policies, procedures and organisational documentation.
- Experience in OOHC, Child and Family Services or NDIS Sectors will be highly regarded.
- Experience preparing high-quality grant applications, tenders or funding submissions.
- Strong research, analysis and written communication skills.
- The ability to interpret complex information and communicate it clearly for different audiences.
- Solid stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- A commitment to quality improvement, evidence-based practice and positive community outcomes.

Essential Requirements

- Current NSW Working With Children Check
- Current Criminal History Check
- Current NSW Driver Licence For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Julia Carroll 0435 177 322 or [email protected]

Executive Manager Quality, Risk and Practice

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking for a role where you can influence organisational practice, contribute to continuous improvement and help secure opportunities that strengthen services for children, families and communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

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