Job no: 495657
Categories: Community Services & Development, Government and Defence
* Temporary (Fixed Term) Part Time Position (30.4 hours per week) until August 2026
* Salary from $78,641 per annum + Superannuation (pro rata)
* Glen Waverley Location
* Applications close 31 August 2025
City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.
The Social Inclusion Team supports older adults to be self-sufficient, stay engaged and connected within their community, by collaborating with community stakeholders to strategically plan and implement initiatives.
About the Position
The Age Well Officer plays a key role in advancing the strategic priorities outlined in Council's Health and Wellbeing Plan, with a focus on fostering inclusive age and dementia-friendly communities in Monash. As an integral part of the team, this position is responsible for designing, planning, and delivering projects and initiatives that promote an Age-friendly environment, enhancing the health, wellbeing, and social connectedness of older people.
Skills and Experience
* Experience with planning, implementation, and evaluation of initiatives in a community development or services environment
* Ability to work independently or in a team, working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders
* Highly developed computer skills using a range of software applications
* Understanding of issues related to older people and social inclusion principals
* Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
* Minimum three years of experience in a similar role involving planning and delivering community development projects in a community service environment
Requirements
* Qualifications in health promotion, community development, social science, with relevant experience in community services
* Current Victorian Driver's Licence
* Employee Working with Children's Check
* Satisfactory National Police Check
* Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements
Benefits
As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:
* Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
* Vibrant health and well-being programs
* Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
* Flexible working arrangements
* Training and development opportunities
* Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres
Apply for this amazing opportunity
Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.
Applications close Sunday 7 September 2025 at 11:55pm.
If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Terry Larkman on or at
Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email
We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.
Advertised: 19 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 31 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time