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Transform Lives every single day Join Us in Transforming Communities with Love and Compassion Anglicare is seeking a passionate and visionary Community Development and Insights Manager to lead our new Place-based Services Project in Mount Druitt. This is more than a job—it’s a calling to make a lasting impact in a marginalised community through love, compassion, and strategic innovation. In late 2024, Anglicare launched a small project to explore place-based community development opportunities. A second phase, 12-month pilot project has now been approved to develop an approach to community-led work in Mt Druitt, listening deeply and walking alongside community members and local partners. This project, focused on a ‘Community Connection and Learning Action Plan’, will deliver a clear approach for long-term, committed place-based work after the initial year. As the leader of a small team, you will oversee the Community Connection and Learning Action Plan, develop a strategy and model for future place-based services, and engage internal stakeholders and the community in a transformative journey. You will lead a specialized team partnering with local churches and community connectors to develop and refine our model for community development, laying the groundwork for long-term presence and impact in Mt Druitt while being sensitive to our current phase. Occasional weekend or evening work may be required. Opportunity details below Initially contracted till October 2026 Full Time or Part Time (minimum 4 days per week) Location – Mount Druitt Your Opportunity Lead the Learning Action Plan: immerse yourself in local community, its people and stories, support Community Engagement & Insights Officer, engage with local community connectors, ensure learning outcomes are achieved and documented. Engage and manage relationships with local community and Anglicare stakeholders. Foster a culture of wellbeing, belonging, and achievement within the team. Support community partnerships and manage priorities for impactful collaboration. Analyse internal capabilities, lead initiatives and drive change to to prepare Anglicare for future place-based work. Develop a model with recommendations and a business case for Phase 3 (long term place-based work), including consideration of private funding. What We’re Looking For Proven experience in team leadership and project management. Deep understanding of assets-based community development principles and Place-based approaches, with genuine direct experience developing or delivering place-based services/outcomes. Appreciation for Systems Thinking and strategic innovation. Mission-aligned with a heart for church partnerships in marginalized areas. Strong Project Management skills. Occasional weekend or evening work may be required. Demonstrated community experience in marginalised areas is highly valued. Relevant qualifications such as a degree in Social Work or related field. Proven experience implementing and adapting strategies in partnership with community stakeholders. A valid Driver's License, vehicle with full comprehensive insurance is required. Why Anglicare? We provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities we support and the dedicated people here who make it happen. At Anglicare, you’ll get the security, stability and opportunities that come with a strong, well-established organisation that’s ready for the future. You’ll belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds. You will also be supported to gain new knowledge, deepen your experience and expertise, and shape a rewarding career. On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you will enjoy in a career with us: Flexible work options to get the most out of work and life Increase your take-home pay by up to $15,900 with salary packaging Ongoing professional development and leadership training to advance your career Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family Are you ready for a career that means more? We’re many services, with one purpose, to meet people where they are and walk with them. At Anglicare, we believe everyone is Made for Connection, with God, with each other, and with the places we call home. But sometimes, life unravels. That’s where we step in, in Community and Mission, offering hope, support, and presence. From food relief to chaplaincy, crisis care to caring for the wellbeing of the elderly, every moment of connection matters. And it’s not just what we do. It’s how we do it: side-by-side, with compassion and care. To register your interest for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button. All applicants will receive a response. Anglicare is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. Application Close Date: October 25, 2025 Do you want a career that means more? We bring the strength, the support and the strategy to make it happen. At Anglicare, we’re building a future where every voice counts. We celebrate diversity, champion equity, and foster a culture of belonging - because your unique perspective helps shape stronger communities. Joining our team means becoming part of a values-led community, committed to transforming lives across aged care, housing, mental health, disability and family services. Here, you'll find the stability and support to build a meaningful career while making a positive impact in the lives of our society’s most vulnerable people. Because your passion for helping others deserves a home where it can truly flourish. Anglicare is where you can do the best work of your life. Your rewards and benefits We believe that caring for others starts with caring for our people. Because you put so much heart into helping the most vulnerable in our community, we're committed to supporting you to thrive both professionally and personally. Here, we recognise that meaningful work deserves meaningful support. So, we've designed a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits that reflect our values and make a real difference to your life. We support your career by investing in your growth, balance and security through professional development opportunities. We also offer competitive salary packaging, wellbeing programs and generous discounts for you and your family. Staff Rewards Enjoy access to our staff rewards portal, with exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers, free wellbeing resources and more. Salary Packaging Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay! With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free. You can also spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals and entertainment… tax free! Employee Assistance Program At Anglicare, we care about your mental wellbeing, both at work and at home. Our confidential Employee Assistance Program provides free counselling as you need it. Employee Referral Program Be rewarded with a $1,200 incentive every time you help us find the right person for a permanent role! Simply go to our careers page, refer a friend for a permanent role, and if they're hired, you’ll receive an additional $1,200 (taxable) payment when they reach six months of service. Formal Recognition The Performance Review process supports your professional goals through ongoing conversations and feedback from your manager. Your Annual Review Conversation provides an opportunity to formally recognise and reward outstanding performance through career progression, skill development and secondment.