Coordinator Maternal Child Family Health

Employment type: Full time, Permanent

Hours per week: 38

Remuneration: M&CH Coordinator salary $164,649.21 per annum plus superannuation

Location: Werribee based with potential for a hybrid work arrangement

About the role

If you are looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment and love being innovative knowing that your work makes a direct difference for our community, then this job opportunity is for you We are seeking a Coordinator Maternal Child Family Health & Wellbeing to lead a multi-disciplinary team, inspiring and enacting change to push the boundaries of what is possible in order to deliver positive family outcomes.

You will play a central role in strategic planning, service development, and the implementation of evidence-based practices to enable the delivery of maternal and child health (MCH) services, immunisation services, and parenting support programs. Your leadership will ensure the delivery of high-quality, family-centered care that meets the diverse needs of our community, including vulnerable and at-risk populations.

In this influential position, you will work closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and community organisations to strengthen early years support systems and contribute to Council's broader public health and well-being objectives.

This position requires both strategic insight and hands-on coordination, balancing the big picture with operational excellence. You will champion collaborative approaches and continuous improvement across the unit and the Community Support Department, support data-driven decision-making, and ensure that services reflect the diverse needs and voices of families in the community.

What your day will look like

• Providing experienced, empowering leadership to guide a transitioning, multi-disciplinary team through change with clarity, support, and vision
• Championing innovative, integrated service delivery across maternal and child health, immunisation, and family services
• Collaborating closely with internal Units who are responsible for delivering the administrative functions of the MCH Service and creating the evidence base to inform service and business planning
• Advocating for and engaging in opportunities that diversify funding streams and expand service programs
• Oversee the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans that support service integration, workforce development, quality improvement with the latest research, practice frameworks and government priorities.
• Applying a strategic, data-informed approach to boost participation in key age and stage visits, while strengthening workforce capacity
• Building and maintaining influential partnerships with key stakeholders, including MAV, state government agencies, and health service providers.

What you will bring

Mandatory Qualifications to practice as a MCH Nurse in Victoria, as outlined in the Position Description –

• Current registration with AHPRA:
• Registered Nurse (Division 1)
• Registered Midwife, and;

In addition to the above registrations, accredited postgraduate Diploma/Degree (or equivalent) in Child and Family Health Nursing.

• Extensive experience practising as an MCH nurse preferably in the Victorian MCH Service
• Extensive experience in policy and strategy development, service planning and delivery along with a working knowledge of evidence based family health and wellbeing services and the relevant legislative frameworks and funding guidelines
• Demonstrated ability in preparing annual budgets and managing budgeting processes including, cash flows, variance and other financial reports
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation and presentation of high-level Department and Council reports
• Experience identifying and analyse strategic opportunities for service development and innovation in a growing community.

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, 17 August 2025.

If you have further role-specific questions, please contact Melinda Chapman, Manager Community Support on 03 9742 8164.

If you are shortlisted you will be invited to attend an interview on Wednesday 20 August.

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.