Community Partnerships Officer - Melbourne, Australia - City of Monash

City of Monash

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Melbourne, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Job no: 495000

Categories:
Community Services & Development, Government and Defence

Secondment Opportunity Part Time position, 0.6 EFT until 31 July 2024

Salary from $94,038 (Band 6) pro-rata + Superannuation

Located at Glen Waverley

About the Position

We are seeking an enthusiastic, community minded and process driven person to join the Community Partnerships team until the end of July 2024.

Reporting to the Community Partnerships Team Leader, the Community Partnerships Officer is responsible for developing and promoting relationships within the Monash community that strengthen community capacity, as well as assisting with the delivery of Council's grant programs.

The role will help provide support, foster community cohesion and encourage active participation in civic life through identifying and strengthening partnerships to build community capacity and creating connections with and between community groups.

Skills and Experience

Tertiary qualifications in community development, social work, community planning, social science or other related field, or relevant experience.

The ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of individuals, community groups, volunteers and professionals.

Knowledge, skills and experience in community development, planning processes and project management.

Skills in critical and analytical thinking and problem solving.

An ability to prioritise workloads and manage time effectively to work independently or as part of a team.

Strong presentation skills and the ability to engage and motivate a diversity of participants/stakeholders.

Intermediate computer skills - a knowledge of Smarty Grants would be advantageous.

Requirements:

Current Victorian drivers licence (desired)

Employee Working with Children's Check

Satisfactory National Police Check; and

Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements.

Benefits:

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us.

You will have access to:
Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing

Vibrant health and well-being programs

Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

Please submit your resume with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close Sunday 19 May at 11:55pm.

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.