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Form of work Reference NumberSF/4498
Job TypeFull Time
PackageBand 7 plus 10.5% superannuation and RDO
Full Time, Permanent
Band 7 plus 10.5% Superannuation and RDO
Based in Alexandra or hybrid arrangements are available
Are you seeking a job where you can make a real difference to community wellbeing? Do you enjoy team leadership, program design and project management? Are you skilled in the areas of health promotion, community engagement and community development, and looking for your next role that will be a turning point in your career? Are you ready for that next step up, and a role where you can self-manage your daily work and belong to a talented, supportive team culture?
About this opportunity
The successful candidate will implement policies and strategies to improve access to services and programs to maximise community wellbeing. You will be valued for your partnership approach, innovation in problem solving, leadership and team development capability. In this role you will:
Oversee implementation of key strategies including:
Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan 2021-2025
Recreation and Open Space Strategy
Enhance youth engagement and participation outcomes
Facilitate and develop partnerships with community groups and key organisations
What will you bring
By joining our team, you will bring the following:
experience in leading the design and delivery of services and programs within a community context
project management and budgeting experience
team leadership and staff development experience
facilitation and presentation skills to enhance community engagement outcomes
strong background in maintaining and growing stakeholder relationships
What we offer
Murrindindi Shire is situated on Melbourne's peri-urban fringe and encompasses the charming rural townships of Alexandra, Eildon, Kinglake, Marysville and Yea. The Shire benefits from great natural beauty and tourist attractions such as Lake Eildon, picturesque national parks, the Great Victorian Rail Trail and access to Victoria's snowfields. We are located within proximity to Melbourne, a lovely 60 to 90 minute drive from Melbourne, depending on your route.
We offer a supportive flexible work environment, including the opportunity to work from home, with ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance.
How to apply
For more information about the role, please contact Stuart Coller Manager Community Wellbeing at 5772 0333.
Applications should contain a cover letter and resume and address the key selection criteria set out in the
You can submit your application and any accompanying attachments:
online – you will receive an email notification confirming your submission
by email to msc@murrindindi.vic.gov.au
or post them to Murrindindi Shire Council, PO Box 138, Alexandra 3714.
Applications close at 11.45 pm Sunday 2 April 2023
Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Murrindindi Shire Council’s Enterprise Agreement. It is also a condition of employment that the successful applicant:
Provides evidence of eligibility to work in Australia
Provides evidence of an applicable COVID-19 vaccination (as per Government requirements or Murrindindi Shire Council policies). Alternatively, you will require either a valid medical exemption or an exemption under Council’s COVID-19 Safe Workplace and Vaccination Policy. A copy of the policy is available on request.
Undertakes a Police Check and, where applicable to the role, provides a current Working with Children Check
Is able to travel to different work sites within the Murrindindi Shire, such as providing evidence of a current Victorian Driver’s licence
