• Permanent Full-Time
• Band 6 ($97,273 - $105,392) + 11.5% super + monthly ADO
• Maribyrnong, Melbourne

About us

Maribyrnong City Council is undergoing significant change in population growth, redevelopment, and a transitioning economy is leading to an influx of new residents, businesses and opportunities. Maribyrnong is becoming a sought after residential area and a destination for foodies.

The Opportunity

Community Centres are not just rooms for hire, hobby or education facilities, they are hubs of active community engagement and places of welcome and safety. They play an important role strengthening and building social capital, improving health and well-being, resilience, cohesion, connectedness, empowerment and belonging in local communities.

We are looking to recruit a Centre Facilitator who will lead a small team to ensure the effective management of the Maribyrnong Community Centre, creating an environment where people feel welcome, safe and included in our local community. The Centre Facilitator will work collaboratively with other centres, key stakeholders (internally and externally) to develop and deliver a range community development programs and activities that lead to community-strengthening outcomes.

This is a meaningful leadership role where you can genuinely make a difference. We are looking for someone who understands the needs of our community, and has experience working with diverse stakeholders to deliver positive outcomes. So, if this sounds like you, apply now!

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain positive links and working relationships with key local stakeholders, including other Community Centres, Council units, Neighbourhood Houses, local community organisations, and other relevant service providers.
• Plan, deliver and regularly evaluate community focused, accessible activities that reflect the diverse population of the residents of the City of Maribyrnong and deliver community strengthening outcomes in line with Council Plan and departmental objectives.
• Coordinate usage of the Centre for programs, meetings and functions (public and private hire), ensuring that community use is a priority, and liaise with relevant tenants to ensure effective overall coordination of use.
• Lead, support and mentor staff located at the Centre in effective and accountable service planning and delivery according to identified project and program objectives.
• Assist in building a positive work culture and environment for staff across the Centre and broader teams.
• Monitor and report to the Coordinator Community Centres on the agreed budget and ensure that the Centre operates within its allocated resources.

All full list of Key Responsibilities is listed on the position description.

About You

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

• A tertiary qualification in Community Development, Social Sciences or other relevant community services discipline
• Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and/or the management of community-based programs and the management of community facilities
• Willingness/capacity to travel between locations during work
• Current Working with Children Check
• No relevant criminal record found in a Police Check
• Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain
• Experience within local government or similar highly regulated organisation (Desirable).

Why Choose Maribyrnong?

• Work cross functionally in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Enjoy a flexible and inclusive work environment; and
• Work in a meaningful role within a values driven organisation

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

Please submit your Resume and a Cover Letter via the "Apply Now" button, telling us why you think you would be a great fit for this position and outlining your relevant experience in support of your application by 10:00pm on the closing date.

To download a copy of the position description please download the attachment below.

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.

Enquiries: Please contact Rupert North, Senior Coordinator, Community Strengthening & Activation on 9688 0380 for a confidential discussion.