Social Planning Lead
Job No:
MC3434
Location:
Doncaster, VIC
- Permanent Part time, 0.8 FTE position
- $99,417 + 10% Superannuation (pro rata)
- Based at Civic Centre, Doncaster
Play a vital role in organising, developing and implementing projects which respond to the social 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 home care, 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. We are looking for a 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 Social Planning Lead will provide leadership on evidence-based policy and planning practice, and design and deliver projects which respond to the social needs of established and emerging communities. The successful candidate will be a specialist in the application of social policy discipline and practice and applying an evidence-based approach. They will enjoy the diversity that comes with delivering services on behalf of the community.
Responsible for a team that has a high level of contact with internal and external customers, the Social Planning Lead will be an experienced team leader skilled with an interpersonal ability engage stakeholders, collaborate, negotiate, and well-executed written and oral communication.
Skills and Experience
- Tertiary or post-graduate qualified in social planning, social sciences, or related disciplines.
- Skilled in the collection, analysis, dissemination and reporting of social data; provision of high-level advice; and contribution to key policies.
- An adept problem-solver drawing on social planning discipline and practice.
- A specialist in the application of social policy discipline and practice and applying an evidence-based approach.
- A strong and agile project manager in delivery of projects to deadline and budget, with an ability to work within a project management framework, organisational policies, and legislation.
- An experienced team leader skilled with an interpersonal ability engage stakeholders, collaborate, negotiate, and well-executed written and oral communication.
- A current Victorian Drivers Licence.
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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. For a confidential discussion please contact Vanessa Bove, Acting Manager Economic & Community Wellbeing on 0499 300 674.
For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us
Applications close on Friday 6 May 2022 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.
This role will require proof of Covid-19 vaccinations, as mandated for all Local Government employees.