Partners in Place Project Officer

Whittlesea; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working from home

Flexible working practices

Wellbeing program

Job summary

City of Whittlesea is seeking a part-time Partners in Place Project Officer to support the Healthy Plates, Strong Cultures project. You will collaborate with community members, organisations, businesses, growers and partners to strengthen local food systems and improve access to healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate food.

You will coordinate activities, engage diverse stakeholders, prepare reports, and contribute to evaluation and knowledge sharing to drive sustainable change.

Qualifications

• You will thrive if you are organised and outcomes focused.
• You communicate with clarity and confidence across diverse audiences.
• You work collaboratively and value inclusive approaches.
• You build meaningful relationships with communities and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the Healthy Plates, Strong Cultures project.
• Coordinate activities with community members, organisations and partners.
• Engage stakeholders and support communications and reporting.
• Contribute to evaluation, learning and knowledge sharing for sustainable food systems.

Skills

Organised

Outcomes focused

Clear communication

Collaborative

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Partners in Place Project Officer### Partners in Place Project OfficerApply: Civic Centre: Part time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 29, 2026 (15 days left to apply): JR100251**Core Intro** The City of Whittlesea is unique. We are a growing and diverse Council, offering interesting work and exciting opportunities to explore. Here, you will find a team of friendly and authentic people who, together, create a fun and supportive environment. It is a place where the real you is welcomed, your wellbeing is prioritised and your work matters. If you are inspired by delivering for our community, have a desire to grow, and can bring a positive energy to share with your talented colleagues, then you might just find your place with us. **The part you will play** As part of the Partnerships and Project Unit in the Community Strengthening Department you will support the delivery of the Healthy Plates, Strong Cultures project. Working collaboratively with community members, organisations, businesses, growers and partners, you will help strengthen local food systems and improve access to healthy, affordable and culturally appropriate food. You will: * 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.* Support the place-based food systems coalition through project coordination, communications and stakeholder engagement.* Contribute to evaluation, learning and knowledge sharing that supports sustainable food systems change. **Let’s talk about you** You will thrive in this role if you: * **Are organised and outcomes focused** – can coordinate multiple activities, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work within agreed timeframes.* **Communicate with clarity and confidence** – are comfortable engaging with diverse audiences and can prepare clear communications, reports, meeting documentation and presentations.* **Work collaboratively and inclusively** – contribute positively to team environments, value diversity and applies culturally safe and inclusive approaches in your work.* **Builds meaningful relationships** – develop trusted and productive relationships with community members, coalition partners and stakeholders to support collaboration and shared outcomes. **Why you will love working with us** In addition to the role, we also offer a variety of benefits. Here are just a few: * The total remuneration package is $100,440.08 (pro rata)* Flexible working practices, including hybrid working from home arrangements* Comprehensive Wellbeing program, including free exercise classes and discounted gym access There are many more benefits available to you, check them out by visiting our website using this link. **Your next steps** This advert is only meant to provide you with an overview, for more details on what makes this a great opportunity, please download the full PD or if you would like to ask questions, please contact Kimberley Richardson on 0401 935 434. When you are ready to apply just click the button below and attach your resume along with a brief covering letter that explains why you feel the role is right for you and tell us what skills you can bring to the team. We welcome applications from international candidates if you have a valid Visa to work inAustralia. The closing date is **Sunday 29 November 2026**. We will review applications as they are received and may organise interviews before the closing date, so dont delay your application if you are interested in being considered. For more information on next steps once you have submitted your application, visit the City of Whittlesea Recruitment page. We recognise that our people are diverse, we create a work environment where all people feel like they can bring their true selves to work, every day. Research tells us that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don’t apply for roles if they don’t meet all the criteria – unlike a majority of candidates who meet significantly fewer requirements. We support and encourage you to apply if you are interested; we’d love to know how your unique experience can enhance our team. If you require an adjustment at any time during the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed above, along with your preferred method of communication**.** **Position Description:**Partners in Place Project Officer PDA network error caused the media download to fail part-way.