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Salary- Full time Permanent Opportunity
- $115,824 - $130,355 ( Depending on Skills & Experience) plus 11% Superannuation
- Manage complex, multi-disciplinary cross-organisational projects!
- Excellent employee benefits
We are the City of Melbourne, a place to be bold and inspirational.
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.
How this position will Make the Difference to City of Melbourne…
The purpose of Homes Melbourne is to improve housing outcomes across the housing spectrum in the City of Melbourne.
Homes Melbourne will strive to ensure people have access to safe, high-quality housing, close to jobs and services to ensure Melbourne is safe and inclusive, accessible and affordable, and economically prosperous into the future.The Principal Project Officer is responsible for delivering major projects, developing policies and leading advocacy efforts to increase the supply of affordable housing across the municipality. The role will build internal capacity of the organisation, establish and maintain stakeholder relationships and communicate key issues and opportunities to community and other stakeholders.We are seeking a new team member who has a passion for Affordable Housing and will make a difference for our city and its people.The Principal Project Officer will lead and work productively with internal and external senior stakeholders and contribute to key business planning processes, corporate reporting, policy development and the delivery of Council reports and briefing papers. What you will bring…( Selection Criteria) All CoM employees will demonstrate an ability to articulate and demonstrate City of Melbourne Values – accountability, integrity, courage, respect for self and others, and striving for excellence. In addition the position will require
- Qualification to degree level in social science, architecture, planning economics, urban planning or eligibility for affiliate membership of the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA).
- Substantial experience in strategic planning and policy development, and ability to devise innovative and practical recommendations to resolve issues and progress affordable housing goals in accordance with relevant legislation.
- Proven analytical and conceptual skills, and demonstrated experience in solving complex problems
- Demonstrated major project management and project delivery skills.
- Demonstrated negotiation, verbal communication and presentation skills in sensitive environments and proven ability to influence positive outcomes.
- Proven experience managing issues within a highly political and complex environment.
What we can offer you...
- Career / Self-Development Programs
- Paid Volunteer Leave
- Up to 20 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Wellbeing Initiatives, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and CoM Unity Employee Benefits
- MYKI Commuter Club Pass and more.
By joining us, you will become part of a remarkable team who work in a constructive and inclusive culture to shape the future of this city. Together, we champion difference, celebrate achievement and recognise positive impact.
To view the physical requirements of this position, please see below under Position Information. ** Applications MUST be submitted via City of Melbourne Careers portal **How to apply…- attach your resume
- attach a separate cover letter addressing the criteria under ‘ What you will bring’ (no more than two pages):
Please address your covering letter to Sophie Jordan,Manager Affordable Housing. For further information please refer to the position description (link below).
Applications will be accepted up until 11:45pm, Sunday May 5th 2024
For further information about the position please refer to the position description attached, or by contacting Careers via email – *******@melbourne.vic.gov.au
If you have any questions regarding our recruitment process, please read our FAQ's - City of Melbourne - Recruitment Frequently Asked Questions If you have any questions, or for more information, please contact *******@melbourne.vic.gov.au The City of Melbourne is a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. Some positions will require the incumbent to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check. All employees will be subject to a safety screening process including a police check. For information about the broader collection and use of personal information by the City of Melbourne, please refer to our Privacy Policy 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 .
