DR STEPHEN Saunders has been newly appointed as the Employment Facilitator for the Mid North Coast Local Jobs Program (MNCLJP).

Dr Saunders is a sought-after business consultant, facilitator, strategist with over 25 years management experience.

The program aims to connect employment stakeholders including employers, employment service providers, higher education and training organisations; and to work with services to identify and implement locally-driven projects to address local employment challenges.

Dr Stephen Saunders joins Sara Runciman, Support Officer, MNCLJP, and other members of the Regional Development Australia Mid North Coast in their office located in Macksville.

“We know that employment on the Mid North Coast is a long-term challenge for business and communities,” Dr Saunders said.

The MNCLJP covers the Mid North Coast Employment Region, stretching from Woolgoolga in the north to Bulahdelah in the south, including Dorrigo and Gloucester to the west.

“This role provides me with an opportunity to make a positive difference in this area.

“In addition, I get to meet with a wide range of interesting people across the community, and hear first-hand what their needs are,” said Dr Saunders.

The Mid North Coast Local Jobs Program initially was established in 25 regions across the country, and has now been extended to all 51 Employment Regions for a further five years to June 2025.

Specifically, the extension has been created to assist regions recover from Covid-19, focusing on improving employment outcomes.

The program operates under the auspices of Regional Development Australia Mid North Coast, and is an Australian Government initiative.

Contact Dr Stephen Saunders on facilitatormnc@localjobs.net.au or 0409 580 741.

For more information on the Local Jobs Program visit dese.gov.au/local-jobs-program.

 

By Karen GRIBBIN