Based in Bannockburn, great location and an easy drive from Geelong, Ballarat and Melbourne with free onsite parking Temporary full time role until February 2026 (parental leave contract) Monthly ADO Salary between $105,000 and $117,000 (dependant on experience) plus super Golden Plains Shire Council provides a workplace where people matter, communities are connected, and the future is bright. We offer a diverse range of career pathways in meaningful roles with a sense of purpose where you can grow and thrive.
To continue to deliver for our community, we are seeking an exceptional leader with experience in the effective delivery of Council's access and inclusion, seniors and youth programs and services, supporting the development and building the capacity of Golden Plains Shire communities.
This role will provide you the opportunity to:
Coordinate the effective delivery of outcomes outlined in the annual Community Wellbeing Department Business Plan, including Council Plan actions and funding KPI's. Identify local needs, initiatives and gaps related to social connection and social inclusion in the Golden Plains community. Work with key stakeholders to develop initiatives and activities that increase and support community participation, inclusion and connection. Promote community health and wellbeing through placed based activities and initiatives. Actively seek and attract funding relating to supporting social connection and inclusion for the Local community. Contribute to the achievement of the 2040 Community Vision and Council Plan objectives. Lead and oversee the development, monitoring and reporting of the Disability Action Plan Strategic Framework 2025-2029. Provide contemporary, values-based leadership and management of the Community Inclusion team including effective strategic planning and operational management, and sound financial and staff management. Our ideal candidate will have:
A tertiary qualification in Social Science, Community Development or a related discipline (eg. Community/Social Inclusion, Community Development or Youth Development fields), Youth Work with several years' experience in managing high quality community programs and teams. Experience in providing positive leadership and mentoring and develop a productive team culture within a multi-disciplinary team. Exceptional planning, prioritizing and time management skills to ensure efficient service delivery. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience in writing reports and submissions. Experience in preparing and monitoring budgets including effective monthly financial processes. Experience and ability in planning, developing, and implementing community services and programs. Experience in developing strategic networks with key community and Government stakeholders. An understanding of government priorities in Diversity and Social Inclusion, Gender Equality and Equal opportunity, Intersectionality. Conceptual, analytical, and investigative skills to enable the development of innovation, policy, and strategy. Local government experience is advantageous but not essential. * Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, give us a call to talk further. We take into consideration transferable skills, future capability and cultural fit when reviewing applications and offer tailored development plans to support individuals to grow into their roles.
We care We thrive We grow Our people are passionate, collaborative and deeply committed to both the community and the work they do. This commitment is felt from the moment you step through the doors, in every interaction and in the way we celebrate our collective achievements.
We care about our community and our people, provide flexibility and support so you can thrive and offer a diverse range of opportunities to support your personal and professional growth. We are dedicated to fostering this culture, because we know that our people are the key to the future growth and success of Golden Plains Shire.
We offer:
Learning and development opportunities aligned to your role and aspirations, along with opportunities to work on a variety of projects and undertake secondments. Flexible work arrangements to empower you to achieve better life/work balance. A modern, high-quality, architectural designed working environment with free onsite parking. An environment where health, safety and wellbeing are prioritised in all that we do. An active Social Club. Novated leases available to permanent full and part time staff. Ability to transfer years of service from Government organisations and transfer of LSL balance within Local Government and with some government organisations. Generous leave entitlements including:Up to 16 weeks primary & up to 3 weeks secondary parental leave. Purchased leave. Ceremonial leave. Gender affirmation leave. Family violence leave. If you'd like to learn more, please view the Position Description available on Council's website ( or, for a confidential discussion, contact Renee Williams, Acting Manager Community Wellbeing on 03 5220 7***.
We'd love to hear from you ASAP regarding this role! To ensure we find the best candidates, applications for this role will be assessed as they are received, and the position may be filled prior to any end date advertised.
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Applications close on FRIDAY 1 NOVEMBER 2024 at 11.59PM We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace that allows staff to bring their whole selves to all that they do.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing a safe workplace that embraces and values child safety, diversity and inclusion. We recognise the value and diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to the heritage of all Australians and our workplace.
We wholeheartedly believe that the decisions we make and the services we deliver benefit from having a workforce representative of the community we support - that the diversity of thought, experience, insights and background will ensure the needs of the broader community are considered in all we do. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
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