Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula. We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.

Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!

ABOUT THE POSITION

Council’s City Futures Department is looking for a Senior Social Policy and Planning Officer, who will have the following main responsibilities:

• Engaging with key stakeholders on social policy issues, with a key focus on homelessness and social and affordable housing to assist with advocacy, social planning and the development of integrated responses to community needs.
• Developing and implementing a range of evidence-based policies, strategies and plans to deliver social outcomes within Frankston City.
• Undertaking social research, qualitative and quantitative data analysis and community needs profiling to provide advice and recommendations to influence strategic planning, decision-making and investment in services and community infrastructure.

This is a full-time and permanent position.

ABOUT YOU

• Experience in social policy, with a key interest in achieving social outcomes relating to homelessness and social and affordable housing and homelessness
• A passion for evidence-based practice, with demonstrated ability in social research, data analysis and community engagement
• Strong commitment to social justice and equality with demonstrated knowledge of social policy
• Ability to apply a knowledge and understanding of social policy concepts and principles, including social, economic and environmental factors
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in arts, social sciences, public policy or related discipline

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT FRANKSTON CITY COUNCIL

Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

• Hybrid Working Model
• Flexible working hours
• Rostered Day Off (Full time roles only)
• Access to professional and career development opportunities
• Purchased leave
• Paid Parental leave
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• Free onsite parking (Civic Centre)
• Employee assistance programme
• Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.

This position is a Band 6 currently remunerated between $93,402.79 to $102,605.90 per annum, plus superannuation. Salary level will be based on the experience level of the candidate. Overtime will also be paid as required.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Rachel Masters on 9768 1669 or [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Social Policy & Planning Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

The position description for this role can be found below or on the Frankston City Council Careers page.

CULTURE AT FRANKSTON CITY COUNCIL

Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.

Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.

Council has zero tolerance for child abuse. Protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all Councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.

We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.

COVID-19 VACCINATION INFORMATION

It is a condition of employment that all Frankston City Council employees are required to have Covid-19 Vaccinations and any associated boosters as required by Council’s Mandatory Vaccination Policy. Successful candidates will be required to declare their Covid-19 Vaccination status and provide a copy of a valid Vaccination Certificate as part of the pre-employment process, prior to being offered a position.