ADDC Communications Officer

• Part-time role (FTE 0.6) with 2 days a week in our Richmond office and flexible work arrangements.
• 5 weeks of annual leave, salary packaging benefits and opportunities for professional growth.
• Employee Assistance Program for team members and their family.

About us

At CBM Australia, our mission is to end the cycle of poverty and disability.

As Australia’s only international development organisation focused on disability inclusion, the Australian Disability and Development Consortium (ADDC) work improves the quality of life of people with disabilities living in the poorest communities.

We have a rewarding opportunity for an experienced and passionate ADDC Communications Officer to join CBM Australia in a part-time capacity (FTE 0.6).

This role supports the Australian Disability and Development Consortium (ADDC) Secretariat to deliver its work plan and strengthen member engagement. You will coordinate ADDC communications, maintain the membership database and website, and provide administrative and logistical support for meetings and events. Through this work, you will help raise the profile of ADDC and advance disability‑inclusive development within the Australian international development sector.

Founded on Christian values, CBM enables compassionate Australians to be part of creating lasting positive change in our world. Join us and make a meaningful difference!

The successful applicant will:

• Draft and support publication of digital communications with members, including the monthly ADDC Bulletin.
• Research, produce and post content on LinkedIn and Facebook to engage members and build the network.
• Maintain and develop the ADDC website through Word Press, including advancing the accessibility requirements where possible.
• Provide logistics support for ADDC external in-person and virtual events, including bookings, registrations and follow up.
• Provide secretariat support across ADDC’s operations for the ADDC Executive Committee, including coordinating monthly virtual meetings and annual in-person meeting.
• Manage ADDC membership database, including monthly reporting to EO and processing new membership applications.
• Provide administrative support to implementing the objectives of the ADDC work plan.
• Follow internal processes and procedures to manage ADDC workflow.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with members of the CBM Australia Policy and Advocacy team and other stakeholders within CBM and the ADDC Executive Committee.
• Undertake any other tasks as required by the Executive Officer.

Specific outcomes required

• Deliver timely and accurate digital communications that strengthen ADDC member engagement.
• Maintain reliable and accessible digital platforms, including the website and membership database.
• Ensure smooth coordination of online and in‑person meetings, events, and Executive Committee activities.
• Provide responsive administrative support that contributes to efficient ADDC operations and delivery of the work plan.

About you

• You are an organised communicator who enjoys creating clear content and supporting digital engagement.
• You’re confident coordinating events, managing simple systems and processes, and working across multiple tasks.
• You build positive working relationships and enjoy supporting a small team environment.
• You are aligned with CBM and ADDC’s mission and comfortable working in a values‑driven organisation.

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• Experience working within a project team essential, with a preference for working in a communications or international development teams.
• Advanced computer skills essential, with experience in Mail Chimp and Canva preferred.
• Proven written and oral communication skills, with experience developing engaging written materials.
• Experience managing logistics for both in-person and online events, including booking external providers and managing registrations.
• Good interpersonal skills and understanding of dynamic stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work under own initiative while also working as part of a team.
• Tertiary qualification in relevant area an advantage.
• Enthusiasm for the mission of ADDC and CBM Australia and alignment/comfort with being part of a faith-based organisation.
• Experience in the disability and/or international development sector programs or projects is desirable.

What we offer:

• The chance to make an impact that matters in a team of like-minded professionals.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• 2 days a week in our Richmond office.

• 5 weeks annual leave.

• Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 for eligible household expenses + up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.

• Paid parental leave.

• Confidential and free access to our Employee Assistance Program for team members and their family.

• Join a supportive team who is committed to fostering genuine career progression.

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that priorities employee wellbeing.

• A work environment and values-driven culture that employees state in their feedback, is one of the most inclusive, caring, and enjoyable that they have ever worked in.

If you meet the above criteria, please submit your resume via Seek.

Applications will be considered as soon as they are received.

CBM Australia is committed to workplace equity and diversity and encourages applications from candidates with diverse cultural backgrounds and people with lived experience of disability.

Please contact peopleandculture@cbm.org.au using the subject line: ADDC Policy Support Officer enquiry for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

We ensure that any information provided to the contact is private and confidential, will only be used to provide accommodations and will in no way determine the outcome of an application.

CBM Australia is committed to the safety and best interest of all children accessing CBM supported services and programs and workplace. Preferred candidates are advised that they will be required to sign the CBM Child Safeguarding Standard, and we reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures prior to employment being confirmed.