Communications and Partnerships Officer - Professional Learning

Communications and Partnerships Officer - Professional Learning

Rebuilding Shattered Lives – Supporting people of refugee background to recover from torture and other traumatic events.

Job details:

• Part‑time (0.8 EFT), ongoing position within a values‑based organisation
• Based in our Brunswick office, free onsite parking, close to PT
• Salary of $105,340 (pro‑ratio to 0.8 EFT) + Super + NFP Salary Packaging

The Victorian Foundation for Survivors of Torture (Foundation House) is a leader in delivering specialist trauma‑focused services that work with the strengths and resilience of refugees, their families, and communities to rebuild lives shattered by torture and other traumatic events. Foundation House recognises the critical link between the standard and quality of its services and the delivery of safe, person‑centred, effective, and connected care, which yields the strongest client outcomes. The Practice Excellence Area of VFST is core to ensuring that the services provided by Foundation House to clients and communities are delivered to the highest standard and are in line with organisational purpose, priorities, and obligations.

Role

The Communications and Partnerships Officer supports the design, delivery, and promotion of professional learning and workforce development initiatives across Foundation House and for sector partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Recommend and implement marketing strategies to effectively promote professional learning activities to intended audiences, both within and outside Foundation House.
• Produce and distribute electronic communications to publicise the overall programme and individual events.
• Liaise with Foundation House Communications and Community and Sector Capacity Building teams regarding potential overlap and development.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders and organisations, including universities and the health, education, community, and settlement sectors, to develop and promote professional learning and workforce development activities, including training, research, and student placements.
• Be the key contact for the Foundation House student placement programme and tailored training enquiries, working closely with project partners to support successful delivery.
• Contribute to the development of eLearning modules, within online learning environments, including basic filming and editing.
• Maintain a physical and electronic library of VFST and external publications, AV, and online learning materials.

What you’ll need to successfully apply

• Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Communications, Public Relations, Adult Education, Social Work, Psychology)
• Skills in collaboration, negotiation, and partnership coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, manage, and deliver multiple concurrent projects.
• Ability to develop and deliver targeted communications for varied audiences via multiple channels.
• Strong written communication skills including editing, proofreading, and ensuring adherence to style guides.
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles to inform professional development design and development.
• Advanced software and computer skills applicable to resource design, communications, promotion and online learning; excellent file management/cataloguing skills.
• Ability to identify issues and implement practical, timely solutions (e.g., technical troubleshooting, process improvements).

In return

• An attractive remuneration package of $105,340 (pro‑ratio to 0.8 EFT) plus superannuation and annual leave loading.
• Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550 and novated car leasing options.
• A role with purpose to make a difference in people’s lives.
• A welcoming, highly diverse and supportive team environment.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.

About Foundation House

• A state‑wide agency offering services throughout Victoria, with approximately 250 staff across six offices and partnership with other agencies in regional and rural Victoria.
• Values‑driven and committed to improving the life outcomes for refugees and asylum seekers.
• An inclusive and equal opportunity employer.
• A Child Safe organisation committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children, and actively combating family violence.

Appointment and Compliance

Appointment to the position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, Working with Children Check and reference check process. If you have lived for a continuous period of 12 months or more in another country within the last 10 years, an International Police Check from that country will also be required. The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate proof of the right to work in Australia.

Applications are due to close 25th of June 2026. Please note, applications may be considered as they are received, and advertisement may close early.