Employer Engagement Specialist

• Full-time Ongoing position available, based at our Villawood location 
• Connect and develop a pipeline of ongoing partnerships with employers and other stakeholders
• Annual salary is $87,354 + 12% super
• Other benefits include:
  
  • Regular performance feedback and performance review process
  • Supportive environment and caring work culture with work/life balance
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Salary packaging (Full FBT employer) including: superannuation, Novated Leases, laptops, mobile phones, professional development, subscriptions and memberships, and briefcases
  • Flare Employee Discounts Program
  • 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

AMES Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands and waters where we live and work. We pay respect to their elders past, present and emerging. 

*AMES Australia offers cultural, ceremonial, and representative leave to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees in observing significant cultural practices, attending community meetings and ceremonies, and fulfilling official duties with the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria.

About the position:

The Employer Engagement Specialist connects and develops a pipeline of on-going partnerships with employers and other stakeholders to encourage them to list their employment opportunities with AMES Australia. Employment opportunities would need to be suited to either/or IEA and WA clients to maximise a sustainable employment outcome. This position could also develop connections with external agencies/providers such as NDIS, medical providers, support agencies and specialist equipment providers. 

To be considered for this position you will be able to demonstrate the following key selection criteria:

• Minimum Diploma in Commerce, Arts, Business or Social Sciences; AND/OR 
• Minimum 3 years’ business development, sales & marketing experience 
• A working knowledge and understanding of employment support services, specifically in the disability sector, with refugee and asylum seeker cohorts, and/or First Nations clients, and a comprehensive understanding of the changes IEA and WA clients face
• Demonstrated knowledge of labour market trends 
• Demonstrated record of success in placement of job seekers into employment or experience in a similar role 
• Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive job seeker assessment, identifying barriers to employment and preparing individual career or job plans 
• Proven ability to motivate clients, and advocate and negotiate on their behalf 
• Proven experience successfully working in and leading a small cohesive team to achieve team targets/results 
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to build and maintain rapport with stakeholders across different areas of responsibility 
• Demonstrated personal integrity and respect for confidential information 
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, self-organised and methodical, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines 
• High level of initiative and ability to work independently 
• Flexibility and ability to adapt in a dynamic environment 
• NDIS Comprehension and familiarity 
• Broad understanding in supporting Clients with specific barriers towards employment outcome 
• Understanding of utilities/equipment to support Clients in employment setting 
• Elevated influencing and direct/reverse marketing skills to broaden employment opportunities for IEA Clients 
• A current valid Driver’s Licence will be required for this role
• It is a mandatory requirement for the position holder to have and maintain a current Working With Children Check (for employment purposes)

To apply for this position please submit:

• Your current resume
• Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above

Applications for this position will be accepted up to 6 pm on Friday, 21 August 2026, however interviews and other selection processes will commence as suitable applications are received.

About us

AMES Australia is a statutory authority which specialises in the delivery of education, training, employment, settlement and community services to a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) client base.

AMES Australia is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

For more information about our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion please click here.

AMES Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.  Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory police check and provision of a current Working with Children Check (where required for position).

AMES Australia's Values are: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, Human Rights.

Attachments:
- Employer Engagement Specialist FINAL Sept25 J202534 v1.pdf