• Full time (1.0FTE) permanent position
• Band 7, $104,697 + 11.5% Superannuation 
• Free on-site parking
• Exciting new role

 Make real impact to help develop Manningham as an age-friendly city and supporting the healthy ageing of our older community members. 

• Apply specialist healthy ageing expertise with an exciting scope to innovate
• Utilise your skills as a values-driven people leader
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with diverse stakeholders

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.

Planning for the future is a key focus of our work. We ensure that Manningham maintains a high level of liveability through maintaining and developing community infrastructure and managing the strategic direction of planning policies that affect healthy ageing in Manningham.

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 Team Lead Healthy Ageing is an exciting new role, within an exciting new team.  You will work closely with the Coordinator Healthy Ageing in establishing and developing the new team; build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders; and lead opportunities to make change and impact for older people in Manningham.  Your experience and skills as a people leader will be well utilised with three direct reports providing services in navigation, participation and age-friendly development.   

Skills and Experience

• An experienced values-based people leader, who can inspire innovation.
• Skilled in advocacy being well-versed in My Age Care and WHO’s Age-friendly Cities Framework.
• A collaborative team player, with a proven track record in developing and nurturing strong stakeholder partnerships.
• A strong community development practice, matched with a nuanced understanding of community planning.
• Bachelor or post-graduate qualified in health, social services or a related field with extensive experience in health and/or the aged care sector. 

Click here for Position Description

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your up to date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role (page 3 of the position description). For a confidential discussion please contact Gabrielle Spence, Coordinator Healthy Ageing on 0482 967 405.

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 Wednesday 17 July 2024 at 11 PM.

Don’t meet every requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited about this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.

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.