Community Support Project Officer

Community Support Projects Officer

Opportunity to be part of an exciting community infrastructure project
Kew Library redevelopment
Temporary part time role (3 days per week) for 12 months
$93,559 - $101,795 per annum plus Super

We are seeking an experienced project officer to join Boroondara Library Service and be a key member of the team redeveloping Kew Library. This is a great opportunity if you wish to be part of delivering an infrastructure project, so it meets the current and future needs of the community. This is a temporary part time role working 3 days a week until 30 June 2026. (Note: specific days worked may vary each week)

A little bit about the role
The Kew Library redevelopment will either involve a new purpose-built facility, or refurbishment of the existing building. The (new) Kew Library will support lifelong learning for all, foster social connection and community participation, and engage families and children through:

Collection and reading spaces for children, teens and adults
Spaces for technology
Flexible Program spaces for library events and community activities
Versatile/multi-functional collaborative and study spaces, and
Community meeting spaces and noticeboards

This position is responsible for supporting the Kew Library redevelopment project within the Library Services Department. The role will support the feasibility and design process through consultation and stakeholder management during the project, including everything that contributes to the end user experience.

A little bit about you

If you are an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills, an eye for detail and a commitment to community infrastructure, this is an ideal opportunity for you.

What are we looking for?

To be successful in this role you will have:
Demonstrated experience in project management, particularly with large scale community infrastructure projects
Demonstrated experience in managing community consultation and engagement processes
Demonstrated experience in preparing written reports, proposals, presentations and in the preparation of grant and sponsorship applications
Proven capacity to effectively communicate with a range of internal and external stakeholders
A strong capacity to manage time, set priorities, and manage a number of tasks simultaneously

Employment Requirements

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check and hold a valid Working with Children Clearance.
A current Driver’s Licence is required.
All City of Boroondara employees must be fully vaccinated. Appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to provision of evidence of vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencement.

To gain a real insight into this fantastic opportunity, we recommend you refer to the position description, or contact Aileen Carter, Coordinator Library Operations & Customer Support on 9278 4020 during business hours for a confidential discussion.

How to apply
Please submit your application online by 11.59pm, Friday 7 April 2023. All applications must be made via the online portal; no applications direct to the hiring manager or from recruitment agencies will be considered.

If you want to know more about the benefits of working for the City of Boroondara, please visit our careers website boroondara.vic.gov.au/careers

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers. To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance. Council is a child safe organisation and as such, some positions may require the incumbent to hold a Working with Children Check.

Who are we?

The City of Boroondara is a metropolitan council, representing more than 170,000 people in the inner-eastern suburbs of Melbourne. A leader in the local government sector, with a reputation for innovation and excellence, we believe in providing an environment where our staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

We like to challenge the norm and we are investing significantly in innovation and technology improvements in order to provide our customers with an even greater experience and engagement. We are putting our customers at the forefront of what we do with our organisation wide change initiative, the Customer Experience Improvement Strategy (CEIS).

You will be instrumental in driving this change across the organisation using best practice approaches to successfully support us from the now to our desired future state.

With so much going on it’s a great time to join Boroondara!