Community Support Officer

THE ROLE

The role on offer will be assisting the Community Wellbeing and Inclusion team with a range of programs and activities including (but not limited to) community development planning, disability, youth and seniors initiatives and event preparation and delivery.

We are looking for someone with well developed facilitation and communication skills. You should be able to demonstrate your ability to plan, deliver and monitor projects. An understanding of broad issues, trends and government policy and procedures will be looked at favorably. Additionally, you will be able to demonstrate that you can work independently and in a team environment and that you have the ability to develop marketing plans, manage project budgets and apply for funding and support packages.

This is a 12 month, full time position.

ABOUT US

Moira Shire Council is an innovative and progressive local government organisation committed to serving the needs of communities across a large regional shire located on the Murray River almost 3 hours north of Melbourne. Extending from the iconic Barmah Forest along the Murray River our region includes four major towns - Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia and Yarrawonga, one of Victoria’s most popular holiday destinations.
The area’s warm Mediterranean climate, appealing natural environment and location means Moira is home to agricultural, horticultural, viticultural and tourism operations. Such attractions include wineries, historic homesteads, galleries, craft shops, licensed clubs, water sports, fishing, beaches, forests, lakes, rivers and wetlands.

We pride ourselves on our friendly environment and offer:

• A family friendly workplace that live by our values of Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Honesty and Teamwork
• The opportunity for flexible work arrangements
• Attractive salary and the ability to salary package
• Onsite physiotherapist and a health and wellbeing consultant
• Career progression and professional development
• Discounted corporate gym membership

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment functional assessment, psychometric assessment, a National Police History Check and provide a copy of their COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate prior to commencement.

To view more information, and other positions that we are currently recruiting for, please click here.

For more information please contact Hollie Barnes, Acting Team Leader Wellbeing and Inclusion on 03 5871 9222 or email our Moira Careers Team on careers@moira.vic.gov.au

An opportunity to join the Moira team and develop your career with an innovative leader committed to delivering excellent services.
Moira promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the contributions of all people and encourages people with a disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Moira Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering flexible work arrangements for employees in a family-friendly work place.