Partnering with ETC

ETC’s Partnerships and Growth Team: Empowering communities and businesses through strategic partnerships

Looking to create stronger connections and drive real impact in your community or business? ETC’s Partnerships and Growth Team works with employers, community organisations, and government stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that address workforce challenges, build capacity, and create sustainable employment pathways.

Partner with us to unlock opportunities, access funding, and collaborate on initiatives that strengthen communities across the East Coast of Australia.

About the Partnerships and Growth Team

The Partnerships and Growth Team at ETC drives positive outcomes for employers, community organisations, and job seekers across the East Coast of Australia.

We specialise in creating collaborative solutions that address workforce challenges, support training and employment, and strengthen local communities. By working closely with businesses, community groups, and government, we deliver initiatives that remove barriers, open opportunities, and foster sustainable growth.

Our approach is built on integrity, inclusiveness, and strategic vision. We:

• Build genuine relationships with employers and community partners
• Design practical solutions to meet local workforce needs
• Use labour market insights to create targeted pathways for disadvantaged groups

Why partner with ETC?

For Employers

• Access tailored workforce solutions and recruitment support
• Build capacity and resilience in your business
• Collaborate on initiatives that connect you with skilled job seekers
• Strengthen your local workforce and community impact

For Community Organisations

• Co-design programs that address employment barriers
• Access funding through the Community Support Fund
• Strengthen your impact through shared resources and expertise
• Partner on initiatives that support inclusive economic participation

For Government & Stakeholders

• Partner on strategic projects that deliver measurable outcomes
• Support regional development and inclusive growth
• Gain insights through ongoing monitoring and reporting
• Collaborate on place-based solutions aligned with policy priorities

Our services for employers and community organisations

We take a holistic approach across all ETC services and contracts, ensuring partnerships deliver maximum benefit. Our services include:

• Building and strengthening connections across regions
• Collaborating with community organisations and stakeholders to address barriers
• Capacity building for employers and community organisations
• Administering the Community Support Fund to target areas of greatest need
• Supporting program improvements and grant applications
• Ongoing monitoring, feedback, and reporting for continuous improvement

How to engage with our team

Engagement with ETC begins through conversation, collaboration, and shared purpose.

We partner with organisations at different stages, from early conversations through to established collaborations, and welcome enquiries from employers, community partners, and stakeholders.

You can engage with the Partnerships and Growth Team by:

• Starting a partnership conversation via the Enquiry From on this page
• Connecting with our team to explore potential collaboration, workforce needs, or access support from the ETC Community Support Fund
• Participating in programs and initiatives designed to create new opportunities
• Contributing insights or feedback to help us improve services and partnerships

Our team includes a Strategic Manager, State Managers for Queensland and New South Wales, and a First Nations specialist, ensuring engagement is responsive, locally informed, and culturally appropriate.

Watch the video to learn how partnerships drive better employment outcomes

In this powerful discussion, Don Intine (Programmed National General Manager), Chloe Hutchinson (ETC Operations Manager), and Damon Munt (ETC CEO) explore how genuine partnership and employer advocacy can transform the employment landscape for people with disability.

Contact us for partnership opportunities