Coordinator Community Development

ABOUT USSouth Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.
We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.ABOUT THE ROLEOpportunity to join the Greater Leadership TeamOngoing Full Time positionBand 8: $117,476 per annum + 11% superannuationAre you ready to take on a key role to lead the imperative work of the Community Development team? Are you able to collaborate with other departments and community partners to raise awareness and improve community resilience and self-reliance?The Coordinator Community Development will lead a skilled team that works in partnership with South Gippsland's diverse communities to encourage and support participation in community planning, project and activity development, and youth engagement. This work will often include after-hour commitments.You will coordinate a multi-disciplined team and creatively manage projects, develop initiatives, and seek new opportunities.ABOUT YOUYour qualifications and experience may include:

• A tertiary qualification or have extensive experience in Community Development and/or Social Planning.
• Experience in managing Community Development projects, and supporting community-based initiatives.
• a strong understanding of the issues impacting on small rural communities with the region.
• You will have the ability to lead, influence, and motivate staff with diverse roles, and a real commitment to working in a team.
• You will have engaging communication and interpersonal skills.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!

• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Rostered Days Off offered for full time roles
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment
• Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club
• Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions
• Mentoring, coaching and secondments
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments

For more benefits,NEXT STEPSIf you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application by filling out your details in the following fields and addressing the questions below. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest! You must answer your questions in the fields below, please do not attach them in a separate document, doing so may affect the progression of your application. You will also be required to upload two documents, your resume and cover letter.Your application will be reviewed after the closing date and we will be in contact via email regarding your progress. Please ensure you check your Spam Folder.All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed.
The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.To view the Position Description for this role, please .Enquiries to: Sophie Dixon, Manager Community, Customer & Visitor on 03 5662 9200Applications close Midnight Wednesday 29 May 2024.Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one.South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9233 and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.If you are having any issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on 03 5662 9233 or email humanresources@southgippsland.vic.gov.au