Equity And Wellbeing Inclusion Officer
- Support the delivery of equity, inclusion and wellbeing initiatives.
- Coordinate projects related to gender equality and prevention of gender-based violence.
- Engage with community stakeholders and manage project logistics.
A local council in the Northern suburbs is seeking an experienced Equity & Wellbeing Project Officer to join their team on a 3-month contract, supporting the delivery of key equity, inclusion and wellbeing initiatives.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience across social policy, gender equality, community development or family violence prevention, looking to make an immediate impact within a busy local government environment.
The Role Working closely with the Senior Coordinator, you will provide project, operational and coordination support across the Equity, Inclusion and Wellbeing portfolio.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the planning, delivery and evaluation of community-based projects and action plans
- Coordinating initiatives relating to gender equality and prevention of gender-based violence
- Supporting the delivery of 16 Days of Activism activities
- Supporting Gender/Equity Impact Assessments
- Providing project and administrative support to the Free From Violence program
- Coordinating events, including venues, catering, equipment and on-the-day logistics
- Supporting community and stakeholder engagement activities
- Facilitating and participating in external network meetings
- Maintaining accurate budgets, financial records and project documentation
- Managing competing priorities and ensuring projects are delivered within agreed timeframes
About You To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Experience in project management and planning within a social policy or community-focused environment
- Demonstrated experience in gender equality and/or prevention of gender-based or family violence
- Experience undertaking Gender Impact Assessments or similar
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Experience supporting community programs, projects or events
- Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience working with budgets, procurement and financial processes
- A strong understanding of equity, inclusion and wellbeing principles
- Local government experience is highly regarded
A relevant qualification in gender studies, public health, community development, public policy or a related field will be highly regarded.
What's on Offer
- 3-month contract
- Full-time hours
- North Melbourne location
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful equity, inclusion and wellbeing initiatives
- Immediate start
If you are available and have the relevant experience, apply now or contact Imogen Wade at Public Sector People for more information.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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