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Salary- Be a part of City of Melbourne’s continuous community impact
- Work with our internal partners to deliver on projects and initiatives for our community
- $138,183 – $155,253 + 11% Superannuation (salary negotiable on experience)
Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world’s most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity.
At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation of 1800+ team members positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here.
Together, we are the heartbeat of the City #teammelbourne
What we can offer you at City of Melbourne
- Attractive Remuneration & Benefit: Competitive pay package, salary packaging options, leave entitlements; including 20 Weeks Paid Parental leave, study assistance
- Career and leadership development programs: Be part of a collaborative, and forward-thinking team offering a chance to contribute, lead and mentor
- Flexible Working: Work From Home and ADO options available
- CoM for You: Wellbeing Initiatives, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and CoM Unity Employee Benefits program
As the Manager, Community Engagement and Impact, you'll be at the forefront of driving positive change. Leading a passionate team, you'll collaborate with internal partners across our organisation to maximize the impact of our projects and initiatives on the community.
You'll be a key part of our Community Development Leadership Team, contributing to the strategic direction of the branch by fostering collaboration with Divisional and Executive Leadership Teams.
The role requires creative and analytical thinking, a commitment to growth, and an experimental mindset. The Manager, Community Engagement and Impact will focus on continuous improvement by analysing team activities, incorporating learnings, and ensuring strategic objectives are met. The role involves a high-level interface with internal stakeholders, fostering solid and collaborative relationships with trust, credibility, and discretion.
To view full position description, please see attached document on job application page in “Position Information”.
What you will bring to City of Melbourne
- Proven track record in successfully managing complex projects within a dynamic and reactive environment, showcasing an understanding of the strategic, operational, and governance aspects.
- Demonstrated ability to provide advice at a senior level on Community Engagement, community development and social value creation principles and methods.
- High-level written and oral communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities.
- High level experience in developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders at all levels and ability to develop a sound understanding of stakeholder needs.
- Relevant tertiary qualification or possess demonstrated expertise in public sector, community development, engagement, or a related field
As part of the online application form you are required to:
- Attach your resume
- Attach a cover letter
- Provide responses to the following questions:
- What excites you about the possibility of joining our team and taking on this role?
- What can you bring to this role that will help you and your team succeed?
- What is the best team culture that you’ve worked with in the past and how did you contribute to that?
Applications will be accepted up until 11:45pm, Sunday 11 February 2024.
Please be aware that we are actively recruiting for this position so you may be contacted prior to application close date.
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City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community.
