Help build a national legacy of connection and belonging for Autistic Australians. Funded through the National Autism Strategy, the Improving Social Connections program is a major new national initiative designed to strengthen peer connection, reduce social isolation and build belonging for Autistic people, families and carers across Australia.Delivered by Aspect in partnership with Reframing Autism, the program will establish a national Framework, Information Hub, Community Partner network and resources that support meaningful, community-led peer connection opportunities across the country.About the roleHelp shape this national initiative by building strong relationships and creating opportunities for meaningful participation.As Stakeholder Engagement Lead, you will lead consultation, co-design and stakeholder engagement activities that ensure Autistic people, families, carers, Community Partners and key stakeholders contribute to program design and delivery. You will play a critical role in ensuring diverse perspectives are reflected in the Framework, resources and implementation approach. You will also support the development of strong, trusted relationships across the sector to enable effective delivery and national reach.We actively encourage applications from Autistic people and people with lived experience within Autistic and disabled communities.Aspect is committed to fair and equitable recruitment for all candidates who meet the inherent requirements of the role, including accessible recruitment, interviewing, onboarding and workplace practices.While core role responsibilities remain consistent, Aspect supports the use of flexible and reasonable accommodations to enable people to perform their role safely, effectively and in line with their individual accessibility needs.Accommodations are recognised as a pathway to achieving equal or better outcomes – not as doing less.Key responsibilitiesLead stakeholder engagement, consultation and co-design activitiesBuild and maintain relationships with Community Partners and key stakeholdersSupport participation of priority cohorts and underrepresented communitiesDevelop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies and plansFacilitate workshops, meetings and consultation activitiesPromote inclusive, accessible and culturally safe engagement practicesFacilitate ongoing stakeholder collaboration, ongoing feedback loops and continuous improvementPlease click here to view the Position Profile. This is a full time, 3 year max term contract role. The annual salary ranges from $150,000 - $165,000 inclusive of superannuation, and is dependent on qualifications and experience.
