Inclusive Communities Project Officer

• Working across multiple portfolios
• Career development opportunity
• Flexible working options available
• Casual position – Cheltenham, Melbourne
• Band 5, $48.64 (including 25% casual loading) plus superannuation 

About us

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,450 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

This position works within the Inclusive Communities Department, which is comprised of four teams: Health and Social Policy, Community Diversity and Inclusion, Community Capacity and Partnerships and Community Hubs. The Department is a high performing, dynamic, strategic and outcomes focussed team. We strive to deliver first class services, programs and events for the Kingston community. We work collaboratively to bring on the ground knowledge together with demographic and social data to ensure we know what is happening in our community. We develop innovative responses to identified needs, while continuing to build on the strengths of our diverse community.

The role

We are seeking a casual Project Officer to join the Inclusive Communities Department. Your role is to support the research, development and implementation of various projects, events and activities that promote community inclusion within the Kingston community.

The successful candidate will engage in rewarding work that will involve supporting projects and department activities to build partnerships with key community groups, stakeholders and members of the community and provide advice and information.

About you

We are looking for someone with:

• Diploma or Certificate in business management, office administration, community development or similar, or significant demonstrable “on the job” experience in a similar role.
• Solid experience in office administration / project delivery within a busy environment.
• Ability to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of Future Orientated, Accountable, Dynamic, Expert, Community and Celebration.

What we can offer

This is a casual position. Hours will vary according to the tasks/projects required. There is capacity for more than one person to be recruited into the role if varying skills are offered.

The City of Kingston is a committed child safe, equal opportunity employer and committed to reconciliation. We value the diversity of lived experience and are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel safe, supported, and connected to perform at their best.

As an employee of the City of Kingston you will be part of an inclusive culture and have access to ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance including flexible working arrangements, wellbeing initiatives, discounted gym membership, social club events, paid parental leave, salary packaging, study/development assistance, employee assistance program (EAP) and discounted health insurance.

How to Apply

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role?

Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet every criterion. At Kingston City Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to click the APPLY button now and submit your application.

If you require further information after reviewing the position description available to download below, please contact Paul Owen, Social Policy and Planning Officer on 0400 029 ***.

Kingston Council will welcome applications from everyone including candidates from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences such as; Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, Women, those identifies as part of LGBTIQA+ communities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons and persons with a disability.

To be considered for the role all applications must be submitted via our Careers recruitment portal.