• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified position
• An exciting opportunity to connect with the local community
• Run a Gathering Place that will help enhance cultural identity, social inclusion and improved health and wellbeing.
• Part time (0.6 FTE – 3 days per week), fixed term 12 month position – located in Mordialloc, Melbourne (flexible working arrangements will apply as per government guidelines)

About us

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations. A diverse, dynamic community where we all share a sustainable, safe, attractive environment and a thriving economy.

The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,450 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

The Community Development team sits within the Libraries and Social Development Department managing Council’s Indigenous, Multicultural and Positive Ageing portfolios.

The Derrimut Weelam Gathering Place (DWGP) is located at 200 Bay Trail, Mordialloc. It was established to provide a culturally safe environment for Indigenous community members to gather, meet and establish a connection to each other and local culture.

The role

The City of Kingston has secured external funding to assist in the activation of the DWGP. We are seeking an Officer to join the Community Development team and report to the Coordinator Community Development.

Your role is to:

• Work with the DWGP Steering Committee to improve engagement of the local community
• Organise and facilitate programming and activities at the venue and online
• Promote the DWGP to new and potential users to maximise use of the facility

About you

We are looking for someone with:

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills for a variety of audiences
• Experience in the management of events and/or community consultation
• Knowledge and experience in working with Indigenous communities

What we can offer

This is a 0.6 FTE (3 days per week) fixed term 12 month position. As an employee of the City of Kingston you will be part of an inclusive culture and have access to ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance including flexible working arrangements, wellbeing initiatives, discounted gym membership, social club events, paid parental leave, salary packaging, study/development assistance, employee assistance program (EAP) and discounted health insurance.

How to Apply

If you have the attributes for this position to take on this position, we would like to hear from you. A copy of the position description is available for review attached and also via our website (www.kingston.vic.gov.au)

If you would like more information or require assistance in preparing your CV, support is available, please call Ray Tiernan Coordinator Community Development on 0459 167 691 | 9581 4734.

Kingston values diversity and is committed to creating a workplace where all employees can be their true self every day. We are a child safe and equal opportunity employer.