Partnerships Consultant – Workforce Connect Location- Hindmarsh Full-time role Build strong partnerships that create lasting employment opportunities At Eighty9 Limited, we believe in the power of collaboration and employment to change lives. Through the Workforce Connect program, we are building meaningful connections with employers, community organisations, schools, and government agencies to strengthen pathways into work. We are looking for a Partnerships Consultant who is motivated by building strong relationships, skilled at creating opportunities, and committed to improving outcomes for participants and communities. The Opportunity As a Partnerships Consultant: Workforce Connect , you will: Build and maintain relationships with employers, industry, schools, community organisations, and government. Coordinate partnership projects and events, including participant screening, progress tracking, job expos, and networking forums. Represent and promote Eighty9 Limited brands - Status, BlueSky Mind Studio, Pivot Training, and ImpactEight. Deliver information sessions, inductions, and stakeholder engagement activities. Provide administrative, reporting, and compliance support in line with government contracts and organisational standards. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting people, supporting projects, and creating opportunities through collaboration. A full Position Description is available at https://eighty9.org.au/work-with-us/ About You: Our successful candidate will bring: Strong interpersonal and communication skills Excellent organisational abilities and the capacity to manage competing priorities effectively Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including employers, participants, and internal teams A team-oriented mindset, demonstrating initiative while collaborating to achieve shared goals Flexibility, resilience, and a proactive “can-do” approach to problem-solving A strong commitment to achieving sustainable employment outcomes for Participants What we Offer: Eighty9 Limited (ABN 88 485 417 134 / ACN 668 673 121) is a Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) and, as the parent entity of Status we are able to offer our employees salary sacrificing benefits, including Fringe Benefit Tax exempt payments of up to $15,900 per annum (Full-Time and Part-Time positions only) Our Employee Benefits include: Above award salaries A Performance reward system that provides additional paid leave benefits Access to an Employee Assistance Program A well-structured fully supported induction program, with further development and training provided Support from an internal team of dedicated specialists who will bring community connections, employer engagement, and on-the-job support to compliment your team and strengthen each Participant’s employment journey About Eighty9 Limited: The wellbeing of our staff is our number one priority. That is why we have enjoyed over 35 years of business success as an outstanding provider of employment and training services. Supported by structures and systems that have national quality assurance recognition, we provide a work environment that our staff are proud to recommend. We invite you to review our website https://www.eighty9.org.au to learn more about our Organisation, its brands and why you should join us and become a valued member of our highly successful and professional team. How to Apply: Please apply through the ‘Apply’ link, and include a cover letter and resume indicating your site and role preference addressed to: HR Department - Human Resource and Quality Assurance Officer: Eighty9.org.au Confidential telephone enquiries are welcome to our HR team on 08 8445 2. All final applicants for this position will be asked to provide a current National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check . Please note that people with a criminal record are not automatically barred from applying for this position; rather the relevance will be considered as it applies to our industry. Eighty9 Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQ and people from non-English speaking backgrounds to apply for this position.
