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Form of workAt Darebin, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of how we work. Our commitment to these values is unwavering, they are central to our mission, to our impact and to help us better serve our community. We know that having varied perspectives and lived experiences helps generate better ideas to enable a diverse, inclusive and connected community.
Darebin encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in.
About Darebin City Council
Located in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Darebin City Council is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities in terms of culture, language, religion, socio-economic background, occupation, and housing needs. The city has one of the largest populations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents in metropolitan Melbourne. Our Vision is for a community that works together to advance community life.
About the Role
Working as part of the Climate Emergency and Environment Programs team, you will be responsible for developing and delivering Council’s community facing environmental sustainability education programs.
You will have the chance to make a direct impact by implementing projects and initiatives within Council’s sustainability strategies, along with other initiatives in line with Council’s goals.
You will also have the opportunity to identify partnership opportunities for innovative projects, support strategies, collaborate across Council, external organisations and groups, and develop and deliver engaging programs and education campaigns for and with the Darebin community.
• Manage circular economy and waste avoidance engagement programs for the community
• Create engaging campaigns to raise environmental awareness and action in the community
• Collaborate with community groups to support community-led initiatives
• Partner with external organisations to deliver shared outcomes for the environment
• Liaise with the public to help understand Darebin’s waste and new circular economy initiatives
Skills & Experience
• Understanding of circular economy and waste avoidance issues, and how they relate to Council and the community
• Experience in managing community facing programs and engagement campaigns
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a wide variety of people of different backgrounds, experiences and knowledge
• A tertiary qualification in environmental management/science, sustainability, community engagement, waste management or related and/or equivalent experience in these or related fields
Culture
As a progressive leader in Local Government, Darebin City Council is passionate about social inclusion, sustainability, engagement and service excellence. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of the community we serve. We are committed to upholding a positive and supportive work environment that values the contribution of all employees and treats all employees with dignity and respect.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to our employees including opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible work practices, Employee Assistance Program, recognition and reward program - Appreciate Great and a variety of generous paid and unpaid leave options.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your resume and application addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description.
We’re also happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.
Contact **************@darebin.vic.gov.au for a confidential discussion
Applications close on 2 May 2024
The Darebin City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.
To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.
