Student & Volunteer Engagement Specialist at Cerebral Palsy Alliance
Pay range: A$107,000.00/yr – A$111,000.00/yr (actual pay based on skills and experience)
Role Overview
The Student and Volunteer Engagement Specialist leads the implementation of Cerebral Palsy Alliance's (CPA) volunteer and student program. The Specialist coordinates student scholarships, placements, work experience and volunteering opportunities across the organisation, aiming to provide high‑quality engagement experiences and build a pipeline of future talent.
Responsibilities (not limited to)
* Lead and deliver CPA's student and volunteer programs, ensuring high‑quality engagement and learning experiences.
* Manage the student scholarship program and partner with universities to develop future allied health talent.
* Coordinate student placements and volunteering opportunities across priority business areas.
* Support managers and supervisors with resources, guidance and processes to ensure positive participant experiences.
* Develop and maintain policies, procedures and quality standards for student and volunteer programs.
* Track budgets, monitor outcomes, and analyse data to measure programme impact and alignment with CPA's workforce strategy.
* Promote opportunities and share success stories through engaging communications across multiple channels.
* Provide expert advice on volunteer best practice in line with National Volunteer Standards.
About You
* Minimum five years' experience working with students or volunteers in a similar role.
* Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strategic relationships.
* High level customer service experience liaising with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
* Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
* High energy levels with a "glass half full" attitude.
* A warm, proactive and approachable nature with the ability to build rapport with a range of stakeholders.
* Willingness to travel to regional sites.
Benefits
* Access to a tax‑free meal, entertainment & venue benefit card valued at $2,650 per year.
* Flexible ways of working – compressed hours, working from home options and flexibility surrounding hours.
* 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave.
* 3 additional leave days each year (conditions apply).
* $100 per year well‑being allowance for activities such as sports equipment, massage or meditation classes.
* Discounted gym membership for you and your family via Fitness Passport.
* Employee Assistance Program.
* Paid Employee Referral Bonus Program.
Safety and Inclusion
We have assessed this role type as requiring a low level of physical functionality with some inherent requirements. Please let us know if you have any pre‑existing injuries or illnesses that may impact your ability to fulfil the inherent requirements. CPA is committed to supporting an inclusive work environment and will consider reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Cerebral Palsy Alliance encourages all employees to be vaccinated against COVID‑19. The workplace is smoke‑free, including in, on and around CPA sites and vehicles.
How to Apply
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and upholds, advocates for, and protects the rights, wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. The organisation is child‑safe and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.
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