Community Engagement and Events Business Partner

The St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland, including Vinnies Housing and our Vinnies Retail Stores, is committed to making a positive difference in our communities.

Through a diverse range of positions, locations and opportunities, we work towards one common cause by providing hope, support and housing solutions for Queenslanders in need.

As one of the state's largest charities, support service providers and community housing providers, we support hundreds of thousands of Queenslanders each year through issues like homelessness, poverty, family breakdown, domestic violence, financial hardship and housing insecurity.

No matter the role, each one of our team members has an important part to play in shaping a more just and compassionate society.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

Make a Real Difference – Every hour you invest contributes directly to improving lives in our community.

Be Rewarded for Your Time – Enjoy competitive hourly rates under our Enterprise Agreement, recognising the value of your skills and dedication.

Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Maximise your income with generous Not-for-Profit salary packaging benefits: up to $15,900 annually, plus an additional $2,650 for meals and entertainment.

Your Health Matters – Access comprehensive support through our Employee Assistance Program, plus exclusive Medibank health insurance discounts to help you thrive inside and outside of work.

Find Your Work Family – Join a genuinely inclusive team where you’re seen, heard, and supported.

The Role

We're looking for an outstanding relationship builder to join our team as a Community Engagement and Events Business Partner.

In this key role, you will lead the planning and delivery of community engagement, stakeholder relations and strategic events across our Property and Construction and Housing portfolios. You will also support the Community Engagement and Financial Wellbeing team with key engagement and communication initiatives, as needed.

You will work collaboratively with government representatives, community leaders, project teams and internal stakeholders to ensure engagement activities are qualified, meaningful and aligned with funding requirements,



organisational priorities and advocacy objectives.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact by strengthening community connections, enhancing stakeholder partnerships and delivering impactful events that support positive outcomes for the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage a rolling 12-month community engagement and events plan aligned to project milestones, funding agreements and organisational priorities.

Build and maintain strong relationships with government representatives, community leaders, Diocesan and Conference leadership, project partners and internal stakeholders.

Plan and coordinate strategic events, forums and engagement opportunities that promote collaboration and positive community outcomes.

Partner with Marketing, Media, Fundraising and Government Relations to ensure consistent, accurate and effective communication across all channels.

Monitor, evaluate and report on engagement outcomes and event success, providing insights and recommendations to senior leaders.

Maintain accurate records of stakeholder engagement activities, communications and approvals.

This is a Permanent, Full- time position (38 hours per week) based in South Brisbane. This role is full-time; however, part-time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will meet the following criteria:

Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Community Engagement, Community Development, Public Relations or related discipline. Demonstrated experience in community engagement, preferably within housing, infrastructure, government-funded programs or the social services sector.

Proven experience planning and delivering strategic events and forums involving senior leaders, government representatives and community stakeholders.





Strong understanding of the social and affordable housing environment and the sensitivities involved in engaging local communities.

Demonstrated ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships across multiple projects and locations.

IAP2 certification would be highly regarded.

Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear and compelling messages.

Experience producing community engagement materials including web-based content, letterbox drops and displays.

Strong project management, planning and organisational skills, with the ability to work across competing priorities.

High level of initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving capability.

Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy of the St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland and an ability to work in accordance with policies and procedures to promote the values and mission of the Society.

We are committed to Safeguarding

St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland, Vinnies Housing and Vinnies Retail Stores are committed to promoting and protecting the welfare, wellbeing and human rights of all people who interact with, or are affected by, our work, particularly those who may be at risk of abuse, neglect or exploitation.

We have robust recruitment and screening processes to attract people who share our values and uphold our zero-tolerance approach to abuse,neglectand exploitation.

All employees,membersand volunteers are expected to uphold this commitment. Roles involving direct work with children or adults at risk require a valid Blue Card, which must be verified before commencement. Successful candidates will also undergo relevant background screening which includes a police check and reference checks as part of the recruitment process.Some positions may also require a pre-employment medical check.

We are committed to meaningful equity and diversity in our workforce. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeople arestrongly encouraged. To be eligible for this position, you must havean appropriate visato work in Australia/New Zealand.

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📌 Community Engagement and Events Business Partner (Brisbane)
🏢 St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland
📍 Brisbane