• Ref code: 6731837
• Permanent Part -Time (30.4 hrs per week)
  
• Band 6 ($97,273 - $105,392 pro rata) + 11.5% super
  
• West 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

In your role as Youth Engagement and Outreach Lead, you will responsible for overseeing and leading the development, implementation and evaluation of programs, activities and events for young people. Additionally, this position holds the portfolio of events management and activities across the municipality that encourage and increase young people's social recreation, leisure and engagement participation, with an emphasis on providing constructive use of their time in places and spaces they choose.

Key Responsibilities

The Youth Engagement and Outreach Lead will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Creating, implementing and evaluating events and programs that are outcomes focussed and relate to young people's increased voice, advocacy and creating change in the municipality for young people.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to the Youth Development workers.
• Lead the capacity development and partnerships work with other stakeholders, such as libraries, service centres, parents, teachers and other community members;

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in youth work, Human Services, Education or Community Services.
• Strong knowledge of Youth Affairs with the ability to design and implement consultations; research and advocacy strategies.
• Strong skills in the application of systems to ensure high quality service delivery including financial, OH&S and risk.
• Proven leadership experience and well developed skills to manage, plan, facilitate and deliver innovative responses for young people.

Why Choose Maribyrnong City Council?

• Engage in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;
• Work across many functions in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Be a part of a flexible and inclusive work environment;
• Enjoy great workplace flexibility, including hybrid working option
• Take an Accrued Day Off every month.

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

For a copy of the position description please visit us at: http://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au.

How to Apply

Click "Apply Now". To be considered, you must have the right to work in Australia and your application should contain a cover letter and a resume. Tell us why you think you would be a great fit for this position and outline your experience in support of your application by the closing date.

Enquiries: Should you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Dalila Torres, Team Leader Programs and Events on 03 9091 5607, for a confidential discussion.

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.