Service Lead Strategy and Partnerships

Employment type: Full time, Permanent

Hours per week: 38

Remuneration: Band 7 salary from $112,427 per annum plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDO

Location: Werribee based with potential for a hybrid work arrangement

About the role

Reporting to the Coordinator Service Development and Strategy, the Service Lead Strategy and Partnerships will be responsible for facilitating the development and evaluation of operational and strategic plans, undertaking special project work of sustainable benefit to children, young people and families.

In this role, you will provide leadership and coordination of initiatives that enhance sector collaboration and service integration to improve access and participation of residents in life stage services.

Using a collaborative approach, you will lead the planning, development, implementation and embedding of processes and shared ways of working across the Department that meet community needs and organisational priorities.

Your relevant qualifications, experience, knowledge of strategic planning, community capacity building, family centred practice, change management along with your project management and strong leadership skills will be critical to ensuring your success in this role.

What your day will look like

• Work closely with internal and external teams to help strengthen the Department and local services, ensuring we meet the community's identified and emerging needs of the community.
• Provide regular updates, reports, presentations, and advice to leadership, the team, and external partners on ongoing programs, initiatives, industry trends, and community needs.
• Assist with service planning by helping to implement and evaluate various initiatives.
• Lead a small team, fostering a positive and collaborative work culture while supporting their development.
  
  

What you will bring

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in the area of policy, social science, community development or human services discipline with several years of subsequent relevant experience.
• Strong background in managing and leading teams, with a track record of successful staff management and leadership, with the ability to motivate, guide, and develop teams to achieve their best.
• Skilled in managing projects, from planning to creating presentations and briefs for senior team members.
• Proven track record in community service planning, including leading improvements, conducting research, and engaging with stakeholders.
• Proven experience in planning and improving community services, including leading initiatives to enhance service delivery, conducting research, and actively engaging with stakeholders to drive positive change.
• Current employee Working with Children Check.
  
  

If you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.

Why join Wyndham

We are one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.

Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong. 

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce. 

How to apply

Please apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the provided link.

Applications close at 11:59PM on Sunday, 9 February 2025.

If you have further role-specific questions, please contact Vanessa Riolo, Coordinator Service Development & Strategy on 8734 1353.

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair, inclusive, and accessible.

 

If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries, please contact our Careers team via careers@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 03 9394 6860.

Child Safe Organisation

Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

 

Diversity and Inclusion

At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham City’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, please visit our website.