Close to home in Officer, hybrid work model0.4EFT, Maximum Term 12 months Implementation of key actions identified in the Social and Affordable Housing StrategyFacilitating partnership opportunities with key housing service providersBand 6, 83k pro rata + superAbout the RoleAre you highly motivated to ensure Cardinia Shire is well serviced with social and affordable housing? Are you familiar and experienced in tackling the complex social issues surrounding housing at a local and strategic level? If you can lead the implementation of key actions identified in the Strategy and focus on the development of practical and implementable planning mechanisms and partnerships, whilst proactively contributing to the identified health and social priority areas within Cardinia Shire's Liveability Plan, then this is the career for you!You will join a passionate and innovative Social and Community Planning Team who work hard but are always are up for a laugh.About YouThe ideal candidate for this role will be able to utilise experience and qualifications in Social Planning, Health or Social Sciences, Research, Strategic / Statutory Planning or Policy Development to implement Cardinia Shire's Social and Affordable Housing Strategy. You will have excellent interpersonal skills, an ability to build solid ongoing professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders You will also meet the following criteria:Demonstrated experience in health and social issues, especially social and affordable housing. Ability to develop public policy and strategy based on sound research, evidence and consultation. Demonstrated experience in working with multiple stakeholders to plan and deliver initiatives that address social and health priorities, especially in the social and affordable housing area. Ability to manage projects including internal and external stakeholders, budgets, project timeframes and consultants. About Us Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic and progressive organisation. We pride ourselves on our diversity and investment in our staff. Everything we do is underpinned by our Together, Different and for the Future approach, embracing collaboration and innovation across teams, with other agencies, and our community. We seek people with diverse experience and background, then provide you with the tools for career success. You will have access to targeted training through our learning and development programs to enable you to achieve your professional goals and excel in your role. We offer opportunities to work flexibly, balancing your work goals with your life goals. We offer a wide range of staff benefits, including discounted gym memberships and health insurance, annual leave loading and access to our comprehensive health and well-being program. To Apply To apply for this position please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.Closing Sunday, 29th August 2021Please visit our website to access the Position Description. https://careers.cardinia.vic.gov.au/our-jobs/For any further information please call 1300 787 624 and ask to speak to Susan or Jolene (Recruitment)Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. 1300 787 624 Cardinia Shire Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse, gender inequality, racism, violence against women and family violence.All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check, pre-employment medical and obtain or hold a valid Working with Children Check.You must have valid Australia Working Rights to be considered for this role. Position Description AUD Officer 3809