Veteran Engagement Officer

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Introduction:
Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) unites the skills and experience of veterans and other volunteers to help communities prepare for and recover from disaster.

A growing not-for-profit DRA operates across Australia to provide help and assistance to those impacted by disaster, including floods, fires and cyclones.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy a challenge and are ready to work for an organisation that is built to serve alongside likeminded people, apply now.

Description:
We are seeking a Veteran Engagement Officer (VEO) to strengthen our connection with the Defence and veteran community and support veterans into meaningful, values-aligned volunteering opportunities. This role is about people, relationships and purpose — ensuring veterans feel welcomed, understood and supported as they transition into service beyond uniform.

Embedded within Disaster Relief and Recovery Teams (DRRTs), the VEO plays a visible, trusted role in the veteran ecosystem, representing DRA at ADF Transition Seminars, building partnerships with Ex-Service Organisations (ESOs), and supporting veterans to find belonging and contribution through DRA. - This is a Part time (24hrs ) Fixed term role until 30/06/26 with the possibility of extension.

Skills and Experiences:
What you’ll do

• Represent DRA at ADF Transition Seminars and veteran events, engaging veterans and converting interest into active participation
• Build strong, trusted relationships with ESOs, RSL sub-branches and veteran community groups
• Support veterans through their onboarding journey, ensuring they feel welcomed, informed and connected
• Coordinate veteran engagement activities and information sessions within your assigned regions
• Work closely with Managers to align veteran engagement with operational needs
• Identify and support volunteers to assist with veteran engagement activities
• Capture and report on engagement outcomes, participation trends and event impact
• Provide peer-informed support to veterans and facilitate referrals to wellbeing services where appropriate

What you will bring

• A strong understanding of Defence culture and the lived experience of veteran transition
• The ability to build trust quickly and authentically with veterans and community partners
• Confidence presenting to groups and engaging one-on-one with people from diverse backgrounds
• Experience in engagement, recruitment, community outreach or stakeholder partnerships
• High integrity, empathy and sound judgement when supporting people through change
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• The ability to balance local operational priorities with national engagement goals
• A genuine alignment with DRA’s values of Courage, Respect, Service and Tenacity

Why DRA?

• Help veterans find purpose, connection and belonging beyond Defence
• Be part of a nationally respected, veteran-led organisation
• Work alongside veterans, volunteers and professionals who live the values they promote
• Make a visible, meaningful difference in people’s lives and communities
• Flexible, purpose-driven work with real impact

Disaster Relief Australia reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews prior to the closing date and may close the vacancy early. We encourage early applications.