Are you looking for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do?

We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees. We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.

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About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting volunteer efforts and enhancing the sustainability of volunteer fire brigades?

An ongoing opportunity has arisen for you to join us as a Regional BASO within our Volunteer Sustainability Team (VST) in the North East region. 

Reporting to the Regional Manager of Volunteer Sustainability, you will collaborate closely with local Operations teams to identify and address challenges faced by volunteers and brigades. Your work will be hands-on, providing direct support to brigades and field teams.

This is a key role where, as a valued member of the team you will work with CFA catchments and other members of VST to strengthen volunteerism within CFA and support brigade sustainability. This will include but is not limited to, support regarding the impacts of aging and declining populations and the need to promote a diverse and inclusive culture within CFA. You will work closely with a team based across the Region and with other CFA functions.

In addition to BAU roles and responsibilities, this opportunity will work closely with our community engagement team and have a focus on building cultural competency with CFA, and greater connections to culturally diverse groups within the community that are not traditionally represented in CFA staff or volunteer ranks.

Please note some afterhours work and a full driver's licence are required of this role.  Further responsibilities can be found in the attached Position Description.

About You:

This role suits self-motivated and well organised people, who like to engage with others, have a passion for cultural connection, community development and enjoy project management.

The person we are looking for will have tertiary qualifications in social sciences, humanities, or a related discipline or equivalent experience in volunteerism. You will bring strong expertise in sustainable volunteerism, with a solid understanding of community-based organisations.

Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will enable you to collaborate effectively, manage stakeholder expectations, and provide outstanding customer service. Additionally, you will have experience in facilitating and managing projects and events in complex environments, along with the ability to mentor and coach within small teams.

Why choose CFA

• Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
• Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
• Growth Opportunities: Learning and development
• Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
• Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
• Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations
• Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways 

Your Application

Click the 'apply' button to access our online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment-related questions.

When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.

Pre-employment Checks

Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who:

• Successfully complete a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves.  First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. 

Applications close: 11:59pm 15 September 2024

If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email recruitment@cfa.vic.gov.au

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