• $114,341 pa (Band 8), plus super
• Permanent, full time - (100035)

Hume City Council is recruiting to Two Senior Leadership positions that will support and deliver a range of services that contribute to the outcomes within the Family, Youth and Children's Services Department. The Department sits within the Community Services Division and encompasses a life stage approach from 0-24 years - understanding that children, young people and their families cycle through a range of critical stages in their journey from birth to adulthood.

The Coordinator of Inclusion and Service Planning and Coordinator of Early Years Operations sit alongside Coordinator of Youth Engagement and Pathways and together will formulate the Senior Leadership team - reporting to the Manager Family Youth and Children's Services.

These key positions recognise the critical role that families have in their child's development and learning and wellbeing, understanding the importance of working together on common goals. They identify the family as a primary influence and aim to build capacity, create awareness and respond to evolving needs.

Each position works with and around community, key stakeholders and funding bodies to design and provide evidenced based initiatives to support active engagement, leading to resilient children, young people and families who feel empowered to navigate pathways independently.

We are looking for experienced leaders that have focus on continuous improvement and practice that strive for quality outcomes. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to lead and manage large teams of skilled professionals, have a strong knowledge of policy relating to early childhood and be able to identify innovative initiatives to ensure Council can support its growing and diverse community.

General enquires can be directed to Anne Mallia, Manager, Family, Youth and Children on 0436 006 626 or alternatively you may register your interest to attend an information session on Wednesday 14 July - Via MS Teams from 7:30pm- 8:15pm that will provide interested applicants with an opportunity understand more about the Department and the unique opportunities that these positions hold across Council .

To register contact Sharon Klaaysen via email [email protected] using the subject line: Coordinator Early Years Operations enquiry via EthicalJobs by COB Tuesday 13 July.

A link will be sent to you to join the meeting.

Key Skills

• Sound knowledge of the legislative framework, including an extensive understanding of the National Law: Children's Services Act 1996 and Regulations 2009 and working knowledge of Child Youth and Families Act 2005 and Disability Act 2006.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing policy, strategies and programs relevant to young children and families.
• Tertiary qualifications in child, family, youth and /or community services with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience or other formal qualifications with extensive relevant experience. Qualifications in early childhood are desirable with demonstrated experience and knowledge of vulnerability.
• Proven track record in financial and resource management and budget performance.

Company Profile

Hume City Council is a leader in local government and is recognised for its innovation, initiative, leadership, service, quality and support for its people.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion and the principles of gender equality.

Our Council recognises the value of the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to the heritage of all Australians.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse and adhere to the Victorian Child Safe Standards and related legislation. Our people are required to observe child safe requirements and support the safety, participation, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Our strong commitment to social justice and the environment provides opportunities for employees to participate in various programs.

We offer flexible work arrangements and a range of other employee benefits to support employee's work life balance.