Coordinator Community Partnerships and Inclusion
The Coordinator Community Partnerships and Inclusion will drive inclusive, secure and connected communities. The role will promote and support an understanding and respect for First Nations and multicultural communities, and support dialogue and collaboration between diverse groups.
The Coordinator Community Partnerships and Inclusion will oversee Council’s Community Grant program, build trust and strengthen community relationships to increase community partnerships and connectedness, and improve health and wellbeing outcomes for the Knox community.
The role will also focus on leading the delivery of programs aimed at addressing social issues including alcohol and gambling, community safety, social connection and inclusion and developing community partnerships. This role works closely with Victoria Police, key agencies, business, community organisations, and residents to identify and address these issues by local solutions.
The role is central to influencing and shaping organisational policy, plans and projects to consider the distinct and complex needs of key portfolio areas to create environments where all community members feel safe and included.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive inclusive, safe and connected communities
- Oversee Council’s Community Grant program
- Build trust and strengthen community relationships
- Improve health and wellbeing outcomes for the Knox community
- Lead the delivery of programs aimed at addressing social issues
Requirements:
- Tertiary qualifications in Health Promotion, Community Development or extensive and diverse experience in another specialist field or similar role in Local Government
- Experience and understanding of managing a grant program utilising best practice guidelines
- Extensive experience in working collaboratively across sectors and disciplines, fostering partnerships to address the diversity of community needs
- Demonstrated understanding of the complexity of social problems that intersect and impact on community health and wellbeing and safety
- Proficient in utilising research to implement evidence-based, data-driven strategies and projects
What We Offer:
- Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles
- Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave
- Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees
- Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth
- Support towards further study
- 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges
Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
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📌 Coordinator Community Partnerships and Inclusion
🏢 Knox City Council
📍 City of Knox