Community Services Officer (0.8 FTE - Fulltime Considered) ABOUT US Moira Shire Council is an innovative and progressive local government organisation committed to serving the needs of communities across a large regional shire located on the Murray River almost 3 hours north of Melbourne. Extending from the iconic Barmah Forest along the Murray River, our region includes four major towns - Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia, and Yarrawonga, one of Victoria's most popular holiday destinations.
The area's warm Mediterranean climate, appealing natural environment and location means Moira is home to agricultural, horticultural, viticultural, and tourism operations. Such attractions include wineries, historic homesteads, galleries, craft shops, licensed clubs, water sports, fishing, beaches, forests, lakes, rivers, and wetlands.
We are a team of diverse individuals who enjoy many lifestyle benefits of working for Moira Shire Council. Some of these benefits include:
A family-friendly workplace that lives by our values of Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Honesty, and Teamwork. 16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary caregiver and 6 weeks for the non-primary caregiver. Access to annual flu shots. Annual skin checks. Onsite physiotherapist and wellbeing professional. Opportunity to salary package. Opportunity for flexible work arrangements. Out of hours Social Club. Corporate gym membership prices. Lunchtime run club. Soup days to raise money for charity! Can and soft-plastic collection. Two days paid volunteer leave. The ability to make a tangible difference to your community. Moira Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering flexible work arrangements for employees in a family-friendly workplace. Moira promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome, and value the contributions of all people and encourages people with a disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Job Description This position offers the flexibility to choose between 0.8-1.0 FTE to suit the appropriate candidate.
The Community Services Officer will:
Plan, develop and implement programs and activities with the Community Services team. Implement and promote youth events across Moira Shire in accordance with Department of Families, Fairness and Housing FReeZA funding agreements. Consult and liaise with relevant community organisations and Government Departments. Represent Council on relevant Committees including the Youth Engagement Network. Coordinate and facilitate the Youth Council program. Assist in researching and preparing relevant submissions and grant applications. Identify and procure required resources, such as equipment, venues, and staff for the delivery of events and programs, within budget parameters. Support event management and program delivery including risk assessments, planning, and evaluation. Participate in organisational planning and relevant training programs. Operate within council guidelines to have an active professional presence on social media. Prepare written reports, correspondence, and other administrative tasks relating to the positions' area of responsibility. Provide support to the Community Services team members, where required. Considerations As part of community engagement and development activities, the incumbent will be required to work some evenings and weekends.
For more information please contact - Emily Smith - Team Leader Community Services on or email
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Desired Skills and Experience Essential qualifications and experience: Qualifications and experience in Community Services, Youth Development, Community Development, and/or Allied Health. Demonstrated event management and program delivery experience. Group facilitation skills and ability to develop effective networks with local communities and organisations. Experience in facilitating community consultations. Broad knowledge of issues, trends, and Government policies and priorities impacting on young people and the broader community in rural and regional Victoria. Demonstrated ability to produce accurate documents and service coordination. Proven ability to be flexible and to work without constant supervision. Work effectively and contribute to a team. Desirable qualifications and experience: Previous experience in Local Government. Closing Date: 09/09/2024
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