Community Impact & Partnerships Officer

Council Jobs; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 101,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Flexible work options

Learning and development opportunities

Reward and recognition programs

Comprehensive leave entitlements

Job summary

Glen Eira City Council in Melbourne, Victoria, seeks a Community Impact & Partnerships Officer to strengthen local connections with community organisations, residents and partners. You will develop collaborative partnerships and deliver initiatives that enhance inclusion and wellbeing across diverse communities.

You will lead community-strengthening activities, respond to emerging needs with inclusive solutions, and support planning, delivery and evaluation of programs to drive positive local

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in community development, social sciences, planning, health promotion or a related field, together with experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated experience delivering community development, capacity-building or engagement initiatives that support participation, inclusion and community wellbeing.
• Strong relationship-building, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse communities and partner organisations.
• Sound project management, reporting and evaluation skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and contribute to evidence-informed community outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with community organisations, Neighbourhood and Community Houses, residents and other key stakeholders to support collaborative community outcomes.
• Deliver community strengthening, capacity-building and engagement initiatives that increase participation, inclusion and social cohesion.
• Identify emerging community needs and opportunities, working with partners to develop practical, inclusive and culturally responsive solutions.
• Support the planning, delivery and evaluation of programs, projects and partnerships, using community feedback and evidence to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Relationship-building

Partnership development

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in community development, social sciences, planning, health promotion or a related field

Job description

• Use your relationship-building skills to strengthen local organisations, build social cohesion and help create inclusive, connected communities.
• Full-time | Permanent
• $100,656 - $109,822 per annum (depending on experience) + 12% superannuation

About the team

The Community Strengthening Team works with community organisations, Neighbourhood and Community Houses, residents and partners to strengthen local capacity, participation, inclusion and social cohesion. The team delivers grants, recognition and awards programs, community capacity-building, partnerships and other initiatives that respond to community needs and help build skills and expertise within organisations.

About the role

As the Community Impact & Partnerships Officer, you will work with community organisations, residents and key partners to deliver initiatives that strengthen community connection, inclusion and wellbeing.

You will build local capacity, foster collaborative partnerships and support community-led responses to emerging needs and opportunities.

Other responsibilities include:

• Build strong relationships with community organisations, Neighbourhood and Community Houses, residents and other key stakeholders to support collaborative community outcomes.
• Deliver community strengthening, capacity-building and engagement initiatives that increase participation, inclusion and social cohesion.
• Identify emerging community needs and opportunities, working with partners to develop practical, inclusive and culturally responsive solutions.
• Support the planning, delivery and evaluation of programs, projects and partnerships, using community feedback and evidence to drive continuous improvement.

About you

You are a community-focused professional with experience building strong relationships, developing partnerships and delivering initiatives that create positive outcomes for diverse communities.

You bring a collaborative and inclusive approach, with the ability to engage respectfully with community organisations, local leaders and stakeholders to identify needs and support community-led solutions.

The following is also required:

• Relevant qualifications in community development, social sciences, planning, health promotion or a related field, together with experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated experience delivering community development, capacity-building or engagement initiatives that support participation, inclusion and community wellbeing.
• Strong relationship-building, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse communities and partner organisations.
• Sound project management, reporting and evaluation skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and contribute to evidence-informed community outcomes.

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Pre-employment checks

Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• Employee Working with Children Check
• New National Police Record Check
• Pre-employment health declaration
• Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description

Community Impact and Partnerships Officer - Position Description - October 2026.pdf

What’s on offer

We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata)
• Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements

Working at Glen Eira City Council

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.