Coordinator Social Policy and Inclusion
Temporary Full Time – until 31 December 2026
Location: Morwell
Salary Range: Band 7 $108,542.02 to $ 120,750.48 per year plus 12% superannuation.
Department: Active and Connected Communities
Do you want to make an IMPACT?
About the Role
Lead the planning and development of forward thinking in the position of Coordinator Social Policy & Inclusion role.
In this role you will oversee the portfolios of Social Planning, Grants, Social Inclusion and Safe Communities driving a collaborative, innovative and inclusive team culture.
You will be responsible for supporting the development of Council policies to include the changing needs and demographics of the Latrobe City Community and influence how Council will meet the future challenges through services, programs, planning and infrastructure. Ensuring the voice of the entire community is embedded in how Council and other external agencies plan and deliver their programming, to ensure the best possible outcome for community.
About You
We are seeking someone with proven experience within Local Government or similar experience in public sector or not for-profit sectors with a sound understanding of the social, political and legal frameworks in which Local Government operates.
You will also have:
* Previous experience in developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders and leading a high performing team.
* Tertiary qualifications in social policy, Community Development, planning, human services, research or similar related field.
* Extensive experience in and understanding of community engagement, research and data analysis techniques and the interpretation of these for policy and planning purposes.
* Practical working knowledge of community development and engagement principles.
The successful applicant is required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children's Check.
Go Further at Latrobe City Council
A career with us begins with a desire to empower and make positive change within our Latrobe City Community. At council you will get stuck into interesting work and experience growth as you see the impact you make unfold right in front of you.
Why work for us?
At Latrobe City Council we are an equal opportunity employer who invests heavily in our employees.
We offer a range of training and Personal Development opportunities including a Structured Leadership Development Program and study assistance.
Our salaries are competitive and we offer benefits such as salary packaging and access to our health and wellbeing programs.
We want you to join our team and provide the best services possible for a fast-growing regional municipality in the heart of Gippsland.
To apply
Please apply (and submit your responses to the Key Selection Criteria) via the Latrobe City Council website.
Applications will close at 11.59 PM Sunday 25 January 2026.
Contact Nicky Lappin, Manager Active and Connected Communities on for a confidential discussion.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Latrobe City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion, where individual uniqueness is embraced. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.
At Latrobe City Council we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. Council's Indigenous Employment Program is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted at or by calling
We at Latrobe City Council strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Careers team via email at or call noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.
Latrobe City Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.