Community Engagement Officer

Ringwood , Australia
contractor

AI overview

Lead community-focused initiatives aimed at reducing gambling harm, while building partnerships and delivering educational programs to strengthen community engagement.
  • Part‑time (0.8 FTE), Max‑Term – Long Service Leave Backfill, with potential to be extended
  • Based across the Eastern Metropolitan Region on the lands of the Wurundjeri People.
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements are available, with community-based outreach work across the catchment required.
  • $51.23 - $54.39 per hour based on experience + 12% Superannuation + Generous Salary Packaging of up to $18,550.

The Financial & Gambling Support Services team delivers support across the Eastern Metropolitan Region, helping individuals, families, and communities reduce gambling harm and strengthen wellbeing. Our Community Engagement initiatives play a vital role in prevention, early intervention, and improving community awareness and access to Gambler’s Help services.

Your role, your impact

As the Community Engagement Officer, you’ll lead community‑focused initiatives that reduce gambling harm and support stronger, healthier communities. Working closely with Program Leads, program teams, schools, community organisations, and statewide networks, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading the implementation of the Community Engagement Plan, ensuring activities effectively raise awareness and minimise gambling harm across the region.
  • Delivering high‑quality education programs, including the Schools Education Program, to young people, families, and community groups.
  • Building and maintaining strong community partnerships, collaborating with local organisations, networks, and stakeholders to expand engagement opportunities.
  • Contributing to program planning, reporting, and evaluation, preparing documentation that meets funding, contractual, and organisational requirements.
  • Representing Financial & Gambling Support Services at events, stakeholder meetings, statewide networks, and Gambling Harm Awareness Week activities.
  • Confidently representing Each in public settings, engaging with community members, partners, councils, and stakeholders to build meaningful connections.
  • Attending council and external stakeholder events, including ad‑hoc evening and weekend work as required.

Who we’re looking for
You’re collaborative, community‑minded, and passionate about health promotion, prevention, and reducing gambling harm. To be successful in this role, you will bring:

  • Knowledge of public‑health and harm‑minimisation frameworks relevant to gambling, addiction, and broader health and social issues.
  • Experience in program planning, evaluation, and reporting, with the ability to meet contractual and organisational requirements.
  • Experience supporting staff in community engagement activities.
  • Understanding of the gambling industry and gambling‑related harm, including how venues and gaming products operate.
  • Experience delivering training, workshops, or community education programs, adapting content to diverse audiences.
  • Understanding of the Social Model of Health and the Social Determinants of Health.
  • Knowledge of or experience within the not‑for‑profit or community sector, particularly in prevention or health promotion settings.
  • A valid driver’s licence, with the ability to travel across the Eastern Metropolitan Region.

What will make you stand out

  • Demonstrated understanding of gambling harm and effective prevention or early‑intervention approaches.
  • Experience delivering youth or school‑based education programs.
  • Established community networks within the Eastern Metropolitan Region.
  • Strong skills in needs analysis, program evaluation, or research.
  • Exceptional relationship‑building and collaboration skills.
  • Experience using GH Connect or similar client management systems

What’s in it for you
At Each you’ll be supported to be your best. We provide:

  • Supportive & inclusive culture – Work with like‑minded colleagues and leaders who genuinely care, in a team that values connection and collaboration.
  • Flexible work arrangements – Balance your way with hybrid options, community-based work, and flexibility to support your life outside of work.
  • Great salary packaging benefits – Boost your take‑home pay with up to $15,900 tax‑free per year, plus an additional $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
  • Free, confidential wellbeing support – Access our Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.

To view the full Position Description, click here or visit each.com.au, go to ‘Work With Us’ > ‘Careers’ > ‘Open Roles’ and search for this position.
Questions? Contact Lucy Henderson (Talent Acquisition Business Partner) at [email protected]

Applications Close: Tuesday 3rd March 2026
Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today!

Next Steps in the Hiring Process 
Thank you for your interest in joining Each! To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.


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Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work arrangements – Balance your way with hybrid options, community-based work, and flexibility to support your life outside of work.
  • Wellbeing support: Free, confidential wellbeing support – Access our Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.

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