Placement & Partnerships Coordinator

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SisterWorks

  • Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
  • Job type: Job
  • Experience level: Other (specified in job description)
  • Organisation type: Civil Society
  • Remote option: No
  • Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
  • Remuneration: AUD 75,000 AUD-AUD 80,000 AUD / yearly
  • Work schedule: Full-time
  • Location: Australia
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About SisterWorks
SisterWorks Inc. is a not-for-profit social enterprise. SisterWorks’ mission is to support our “Sisters” women from refugee, asylum seeker or migrant backgrounds to improve their confidence, mental wellbeing, sense of belonging and economic outlook. SisterWorks does this through providing learning opportunities in a safe environment where Sisters can build their skills and community, and gain both the knowledge and the confidence to seek employment or further study. Our vision is an Australia where all migrant women are given the opportunities to become economically empowered.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with employment partners to create sustainable job opportunities and meaningful outcomes for SisterWorks program participants (“Sisters”).
  • Proactively present and promote suitable job opportunities to Sisters based on their skills, experience, and interests.
  • Pre-qualify Sisters for available roles by assessing their work readiness, communication skills, and alignment with partner requirements.
  • Provide one-on-one employment support to Sisters, assisting them in connecting with suitable job opportunities and navigating the recruitment process.
  • Support Sisters through all stages of the employment journey — from job applications and interviews to onboarding and post-placement follow-up.
  • Manage a group of interns to assign case management, employment support to match pre-qualified Sisters with current or potential employment partners.
  • Delegate tasks effectively to interns to ensure productive and coordinated team outcomes.
  • Attend networking events and partner meetings within metropolitan Victoria to strengthen partnerships and identify new opportunities.
  • Schedule and manage appointments with Sisters and employers, ensuring accurate and timely data entry into the CRM.
  • Advocate for Sisters’ employment needs and promote inclusive workplace opportunities.
  • Provide a concise weekly progress report to the Placement & Partnerships Manager.
  • Undertake other relevant duties as required to support the success of the program.

Key Selection Criteria

  • Experience in sales, business development, or other people-focused roles such as community engagement, customer service, or partnership building
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and connect with people from different backgrounds
  • Good understanding of business or community development, with a willingness to learn and grow in this area
  • High emotional intelligence and a genuine interest in supporting women from migrant, refugee, and asylum seeker backgrounds to thrive in Australia
  • Existing professional or community networks, particularly in Melbourne’s south-east, will be highly valued
  • Confident using computers, Excel, and CRM (Salesforce) to manage information and track progress
  • Able to communicate clearly and work effectively with both internal teams and external partners
  • Comfortable working independently while being a strong team player
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication style for different audiences
  • Able to meet goals and deadlines while maintaining a positive and supportive approach
  • Holds a valid Victorian driver’s licence, has access to a car, and full working rights in Australia

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