• Part time, (0.8 FTE) permanent position
• $93,237 + 11% Superannuation (pro rata)
• Based at Civic Centre, Doncaster

Play a vital role in organising, developing and implementing projects which respond to the health and wellbeing needs of established and emerging communities.

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

We provide challenging and rewarding employment opportunities for innovative, passionate, and driven people. We have a positive and friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range of benefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for career development, and health and wellbeing initiatives.

We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.

About the Role

The Access and Inclusion Officer (Disability) plays a key role in developing, researching, implementing and evaluating policies and projects that support disability access and inclusion in Manningham. The Officer will represent Council externally in regard to disability access and inclusion, ensure good communication between Council and relevant external groups and networks, and coordinate the provision of information and advice to Council and community stakeholders.

Skills and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications or have extensive experience in disability, access and inclusion, social sciences, health promotion, community development or a relevant field.
• Experienced in provision of high-level advice, planning and implementing a range of initiatives that enable people with a disability to participate in community life.
• Demonstrated experience in social research, analysis, policy development and community engagement and consultation processes.
• Proven ability to influence and gain support and assistance of a diversity of stakeholders; government, non-government, and community members.

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How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your up to date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role under the “Who are you?’ section of the position description. For a confidential discussion please contact Catherine Simcox, Coordinator Social Planning and Community Strengthening on 0458 277 643.

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email jobs@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us

Applications close on Monday 18 March 2024 at 11.30pm

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Manningham Council is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check.