• Reference: 6717977
• Temporary Part-Time, 32 hours per week (2.5 years)
• Band 6 ($97,273 - $105,392) + 11.5% super + monthly ADO
• Footscray, Melbourne

About Us

Maribyrnong City Council is undergoing significant change arising from population growth and redevelopment. A transitioning economy is leading to an influx of new residents, businesses, and employment opportunities that is seeing Maribyrnong fast becoming a sought after residential, recreation and social destination in Melbourne's inner-west.

The Opportunity

The Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Outreach Initiative is a partnership project between the Victorian State Government, Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) and local Government which supports the inclusion of children from CALD backgrounds in kindergarten and Pre-Prep programs through the CALD Engagement Officer position.

As a funding recipient, Maribyrnong City Council is seeking a strong Early Years leader who is skilled at developing relationships with a range of stakeholders, has sound knowledge of Early Years services and a commitment to supporting vulnerable members of the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with and support families to increase kindergarten participation and enrolments for three-year old kindergarten and pre-prep programs for CALD children, including support with the enrolment process.
• Identify and respond to barriers to kindergarten participation by providing innovative community engagement, promotion, support and active outreach to families.
• Increase partnerships with kindergartens, local early childhood education and care services and primary schools, including, building and maintaining relationships with Early Childhood Educators and Teachers and staff in local primary schools.
• Maintain and build strong relationships with local refugee, asylum seeker and CALD community groups, organisations and service providers to support inclusion and successful transition to kindergarten and school.
• To support the Team Leader in the development, leadership and operations of the Early Years and Partnerships team.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in children's services, community development or related human / social sciences with some relevant experience, or lesser formal qualifications with substantial relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in working with culturally diverse communities and families who may be experiencing disadvantage.
• Demonstrated experience in undertaking process mapping, research and stakeholder consultation to inform the development and evaluation of policies, procedures that streamline and improve outcomes for children and families.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively manage complex conversations.
• Current Victorian Drivers licence
• Current Working with Children Check and no relevant criminal record found in a police check.

Why Choose Maribyrnong?

• Work cross functionally in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Enjoy a flexible and inclusive work environment;
• Work in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;
• Relish a vibrant foodie hub at your doorstep;

So, if you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment, Apply Now!

How to Apply

To review the PD, and to apply please click the "Apply Now" button.

Please submit your Resume and a Cover Letter via our Careers website telling us why you think you would be a great fit for this position and outlining your relevant experience in support of your application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to child safety and supporting the best interests of children in all our operations. Council encourages young people, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

A position description is attached.