" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSchool Community Manager (VIC)\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18970\"\u003e Business Development \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18971\"\u003e Relationship Management \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18972\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18973\"\u003e Part Time Permanent \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 19/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage a portfolio of school partnerships and support ongoing engagement.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelp empower students to create positive change through compassion and action.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNot-for-profit | Salary packaging available to increase take-home pay .\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e Schools Community Manager (VIC)\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eCompassion Australia | Not-for-Profit\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003ePermanent Part-Time | 0.4 FTE (2.5 days/week), with opportunity for growth \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eVictoria\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Compassion\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompassion Australia is a purpose-driven (NFP) Christian organisation committed to \u0027releasing children from poverty in Jesus\u0027 name\u0027. Working alongside sponsors, supporters and church partners, we help fund and strengthen local church-led child development programs in over 25 countries, creating a lasting impact for children, families and communities.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Role\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery position at Compassion serves our mission to release children from poverty, in Jesus\u0027 name. As the VIC Schools Community Manager, you\u0027ll bring that mission into schools across VIC through Compassion\u0027s Changemakers program, growing and strengthening partnerships with school communities.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e You\u0027ll manage a portfolio of school partnerships, building meaningful, long-term relationships through regular school visits, engaging presentations, student workshops and ongoing support. It\u0027s a role that inspires students to live lives of compassion, justice and faith, while deepening each school\u0027s connection to Compassion\u0027s mission.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Key Accountabilities\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild and manage long-term partnerships with a portfolio of VIC schools, developing tailored plans aligned with each school\u0027s vision and student formation goals\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeliver engaging Changemakers experiences, including; Launch days, workshops, leadership presentations and professional learning, across Melbourne and regional Victoria.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRepresent Compassion with professionalism and enthusiasm, inspiring students, educators and school communities to live out their faith through action and Compassion.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFoster meaningful relationships with school leaders and identify opportunities to deepen engagement and maximise partnership impact.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborate with the Schools Team to ensure a consistent partner experience, sharing best practice and helping shape the development of the Changemakers program\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate school visits, events, and partnership activities while maintaining accurate records and CRM data along the way.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContinuously refine partnership experiences and resources to enhance engagement and long term impact.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e What You\u0027ll Bring\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA genuine love for Jesus and a heart for helping young people grow in faith and character\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong relationship-building, communication and presentation skills, across all ages; Brings initiative, creativity and enthusiasm to every school engagement.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent organisation, planning and time management, with the ability to juggle competing priorities\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA proactive, self motivated and resilient approach, with the adaptability, positive attitude and collaborative mindset to thrive in a team environment.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience in Christian education, chaplaincy, youth ministry or stakeholder engagement (desirable)\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelevant tertiary qualifications in Education, Ministry, Community Development, Business, Marketing or a related discipline (desirable).\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA current Driver\u0027s License and Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy join Compassion Australia?\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA mission you\u0027ll believe in\u003c/strong\u003e: Every role contributes to releasing children from poverty in Jesus\u0027 name.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupportive team culture:\u003c/strong\u003e Work with people who genuinely care about each other and the mission.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoost Your Take-Home Pay\u003c/strong\u003e: Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses and $2,650 for meals and enterainment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid flexibility\u003c/strong\u003e: Balance office collaboration with the flexibility to work from home.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional growth:\u003c/strong\u003e Access learning opportunities, meaningful projects and career development.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmployee benefits\u003c/strong\u003e: Enjoy salary packaging, additional leave options, paid volunteering and field trip opportunities and access to EAP \u0026amp; wellbeing support.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you would like to be considered for this position, please submit your application by clicking \u0026ldquo;Apply Now\u0026rdquo;. Please note applicants must have valid Australian working rights to be considered for this role. \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Applications close 11:59 pm (AEST) November 17, 2026. Early applications are encouraged, and the position may be filled before the closing date. \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e At the heart of Compassion\u0026rsquo;s ministry is a relentless passion to act on our faith and empower every child left vulnerable by poverty. Our work is Christ-centred, child-focused, and church-based. The successful candidate will be strongly aligned to the values of this leading Christian not-for-profit organisation. \u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e We\u0026rsquo;re looking for someone with a heart for Compassion\u0026rsquo;s work and equipped with the right skills and experience to fit the role. So even if your experience doesn\u0026rsquo;t tick every item on our list, we\u0026rsquo;d still love to hear from you. \u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"2003698\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "