Community Projects Officer: Food Systems & Equity

Council Jobs; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working practices

Wellbeing program

Hybrid working from home arrangements

Job summary

City of Whittlesea is seeking a Partners in Place Project Officer to support the Healthy Plates, Strong Cultures project within the Community Strengthening Department. You will work with communities, organisations, businesses and partners to strengthen local food systems and improve health equity.

The role emphasises coordination, stakeholder engagement, evaluation and knowledge sharing, with flexible, hybrid working options and a focus on delivering outcomes for the community.

Responsibilities

• Help deliver an innovative community-led project that strengthens local food systems and advances health equity.
• Support community members, organisations and partners to identify priorities and drive local action.
• Build strong relationships across communities, organisations and sectors to support collaboration and shared outcomes.

Job description

City of Whittlesea is seeking a Partners in Place Project Officer to support the Healthy Plates, Strong Cultures project within the Community Strengthening Department. You will work with communities, organisations, businesses and partners to strengthen local food systems and improve health equity.

The role emphasises coordination, stakeholder engagement, evaluation and knowledge sharing, with flexible, hybrid working options and a focus on delivering outcomes for the community.