• Full Time, ($86,000-$102,000) + monthly ADO
• Championing implementation of Cardinia Shire’s Social and Affordable Housing Strategy
• Facilitating partnership opportunities with NGOs, business/industry and government.
• Supporting advocacy to other levels of government on priority social planning issues.

About us     

Cardinia Shire is one of the state’s fastest -growing municipalities, located 55 kilometres south-east of Melbourne’s central business district, it boasts a unique combination of urban and rural areas creating a diverse and vibrant community. Working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future are the three cornerstones of our culture, helping Council to deliver on strategy.   

About the role

As the Social Planning and Projects Officer, you will be at the forefront of driving positive change. Your responsibilities include engaging with the community and stakeholders to plan, implement, and evaluate social policies, strategies, and projects. You will stay up to date with the local government’s social policy and planning context, offering recommendations for future development. You will also lead the implementation and monitoring of Cardinia Shire’s Social and Affordable Housing Strategy, making a lasting impact on housing and homelessness issues.

Not only that, but you will also facilitate partnerships with relevant agencies and maintain positive relationships across state government departments. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping policy by embedding social planning principles across Council and supporting advocacy on key social issues within the community.

About you

The ideal candidate for this role will be able to utilise experience and qualifications in social and community planning, strategic planning, statutory planning, or public policy to implement, monitor and review key elements of Cardinia Shire’s Liveability Plan, such as the Social and Affordable Housing Strategy and other related social policy. You will have excellent interpersonal skills, an ability to build solid ongoing professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You will also meet the following criteria:

• Ability to research, analyse and identify social trends and community needs that impact Cardinia Shire residents, students and workers.
• Ability to develop and review public policy and strategy based on sound research, evidence and consultation.
• Demonstrated experience in working with multiple stakeholders to plan and deliver initiatives that address social planning priorities. Including working with internal and external stakeholders, consultants and sticking to a budget and project timeframe.

Benefits  

• Activity Based and Hybrid work model. (Minimum 2 days in the office)   
• Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful projects that make a real difference to the community.       
• Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.       

• A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.    
• A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  
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To apply        

• Please complete the online application form, including uploading your resume and a brief (one page) cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.    
• For further information regarding the role please contact Pieta Bucello, Coordinator Health and Social Planning on 5943 4641.

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.        

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals, certain positions may also require a Working with Children Check.       

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.