Engaged Communities Officer - Youth Lead

Engaged Communities Officer - Youth Lead

The Engaged Communities team undertakes work with a specific focus on youth and community engagement across Greater Bendigo. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic person who enjoys developing strategic and innovative approaches to build youth capabilities to join our team.

This dynamic role will develop and lead the Youth Strategy, the Youth Council and proactively build youth capabilities through the design and delivery of innovative youth development initiatives and programs. 

The successful applicant will have experience and a great track record in the youth or community development sectors, ideally with relevant qualifications in Social Science, Community Development or similar discipline. They will also be confident with website and social media platforms.

A satisfactory police records check (free of cost) and Working with Children Check is required for this position.

If you require any further information regarding this position, please contact Fiona Jemmett, Coordinator Engaged Communities on 03 5434 6492.

Applications addressing the key selection criteria must be received by close of business Tuesday, 27 July 2021.

The City of Greater Bendigo is a proactive and dynamic employer, delivering more than 100 services and working with our community to be Australia's most liveable regional city. The City is a dynamic, proactive, equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from people with diverse cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all abilities. The City has zero tolerance for child abuse and adheres to the Victorian Child Safe Standards and related legislation.