Job opportunities

Community Education Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Community Education Manager to join our team. As the Community Education Manager, you will be responsible for design, development and implementation of community, educational programs and initiatives that benefit the local community. You will work closely with community members, networks, and stakeholders to identify community and educational needs and design programs that address those needs. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for community development and education. 

Full time (1.0 FTE), option to negotiate 0.8 FTE or 0.9 FTE.

For a detailed position description and application instructions please go to Ethical Jobs.

Please email connect@bridgedarebin.org.au for more information. For a confidential discussion please ring CEO Chris Lombardo on  0408 810 795

Applications Close Sunday 8 October 2023

Community Project Coordinator

We are seeking a dedicated and organised Community Project Coordinator to join our team. As the Community Project Coordinator, you will be responsible for implementing and overseeing community projects aimed at improving health & wellbeing outcomes, social inclusion and education for Bridge Darebin community members.  You will work closely with the Community Development team to implement projects that have been informed by community needs and ensure successful project execution. This role requires strong project management skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for community development.

Part-time, 20 hours per week

For a detailed position description and application instructions please go to Ethical Jobs.

Please email connect@bridgedarebin.org.au for more information. For a confidential discussion please ring Community Education Manager Mahira Sobral on  0456 773 475

Applications Close Sunday 8 October 2023

Childcare Team Leader

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Childcare Team Leader in a unique community setting, delivering high-quality education and care to children.

Responsibilities summary:

• Lead and direct the activities of staff, students and volunteers within the service in line with relevant policies, procedures, regulations, legislation and laws
• Provide leadership, support, and mentoring to all staff, students and volunteers within the service
• Lead, guide and support educators to create a safe, supportive, stimulating and educational environment for all children
• Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities to promote children’s physical, social, and cognitive development
• Collaborate with other team members to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies, including health and safety guidelines
• Foster positive relationships with staff, volunteers and families, addressing any concerns or issues in a timely and professional manner

Part-time, 35 hours per week

For a detailed position description and application instructions please go to Ethical Jobs.

Please email connect@bridgedarebin.org.au for more information. For a confidential discussion please ring CEO Chris Lombardo on  0414 342 123

Applications Close Sunday 8 October 2023

Moon Rabbit is looking for an end-of-year Kitchenhand to help get us over the line in this critical time of year. Our catering orders are flying in, our food relief efforts are ramping up and our café is busier than ever! Looking for someone keen, clean and energised to take advantage of the 9 -week stint of 15 hours per week working side by side with our amazing chef Casey and café manager Santos. This short-term role would suit café worker, experienced kitchen hand hospitality student. If this sounds like you or someone you know please get in touch with us ASAP 

For further information contact: manager@moonrabbit.org.au

ABOUT MOON RABBIT
Moon Rabbit is Bridge Darebin’s environmentally sustainable social enterprise café and catering business. It aims to provide an outstanding experience for customers, clients, staff and volunteers, to meets its commercial targets, engage the local community and most importantly, to enable young people to develop their technical, life and employability skills in a supportive real work environment. Leading by example Moon Rabbit instils up-to-date sustainability practices whilst serving top-quality food and beverages to both internal and external customers. 

Bridge Darebin is currently looking for a Volunteer Garden Co-ordinator. This position would suit someone who can commit around 3 hours or more/week and has some experience & confidence maintaining a medium to large-sized garden & can start ASAP.

General Responsibilities: Water all planters/pots/garden beds at Bridge Darebin Green & Moon Rabbit Cafe; Weed and maintain  planters/pots/garden bed; Work with facilities/Moon Rabbit to decide on the best plants to plant for the cafe’s kitchen use; Collect worm castings, place into soil in planters/pots/garden beds; Attend to spare succulents that can be sold at the market or via the café (propagate, repot, etc); Occasionally guide ad hoc garden volunteers.

When: Days flexible; ideally once a week for 2-3 hours, or more as necessary in warmer weather. Likely will be regularly 1-2 times a week depending on the weather.

For further information contact: sofiah@bridgedarebin.org.au