• Full time permanent position
• Band 6, $93,237.88 – $101,627.56 plus 11% Superannuation
• Be the first to take on this newly created role delivering high level outcomes
• Doncaster location

This is a brand new role in a refocussed Economic Development team that will work across Council taking a lead role in project delivery. Uniquely positioned to bring together your passion, project management skills and a strong desire for community outcomes, this is a role like no other where no two days will be the same. You will join a team which is at the beginning of its journey to deliver a new Council strategy that considers triple bottom line outcomes and has inclusion as a key principle in project design and delivery. A totally unique opportunity to bring your innovation, creativity and commitment to community outcomes to work every day!

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and recreation 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 to 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

This role truly is like no other! A new Economic Development Strategy has created a renewed emphasis on how Manningham supports small business and creates functional and unique spaces within activity centres for the community to enjoy. High levels of relationship development are a key element to success as the role becomes Manningham’s representative in the activity centres taking on responsibility for forming long term sustainable partnerships and the formation of trader groups. This role is pivotal in bringing community and Council together by working closely to understand needs and then strategically translating this into unique and exciting projects.

Skills and Experience

• Hold a relevant tertiary or post-graduate qualification and/or job related experience.
• A keen understanding of small business operations and retail in a local government context.
• Skilled in delivering place-based initiatives and activity centre place activation.
• Strong engagement skills and the ability to communicate with stakeholders to build sustainable relationships.
• Skilled in time management with the ability to work both autonomously, and collaboratively delivering projects with positive community outcomes.
• A commitment to excellent customer service principles.
• A positive mindset and a desire to make a difference through continuous improvement.

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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 Andy Waugh, Coordinator Economic Development on 03 9840 9169 or andy.waugh@manningham.vic.gov.au 

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 Sunday 4 February 2024 at 5pm.

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.