Community Safety Partnerships Officer

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Salary: $100,066.00 - $108,372.00

Job Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Malvern Town Hall, Cnr High Street and Glenferrie Road, Malvern + Working from home

Job Category: Social and Community Planners

City of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington.

Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of benefits available for our people have a look at " Why Stonnington ".

If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment or an alternative processes, please contact Council's Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.

Please view the below documents for this position:

• Success Profile
• Inherent Requirements
  
  

Job Description

We're seeking a Community Safety Partnerships Officer to help turn strategy into action. Based within our Social Policy and Community Development Team, this role is about shaping practical initiatives, driving cross-sector collaboration, and championing safer, more inclusive spaces for our community.

In this role you'll

• Lead delivery of the Community Safety Plan, raising awareness and driving initiatives that respond to current and emerging safety issues.
• Use your research and analytical skills to shape programmes, events and forums, while measuring and reporting on their impact.
• Strengthen partnerships with local stakeholders by providing advice, insights and recommendations to enhance community safety.
• Contribute to broader Council initiatives such as health and wellbeing strategies, gender and family violence action plans, and inclusion projects, while representing Council in external forums and working groups.
• Influence future planning and investment by providing evidence-based recommendations, supporting advocacy efforts, and contributing to capital works and policy direction.
• Take a lead role in shaping initiatives that directly enhance community safety, with opportunities to influence policy, planning and cross-sector collaboration.
  
  

This is a permanent part-time position working 4 days per week, with a salary range of $100,066 – $108,372 (pro rata) plus 12% super.

Desired Skills And Experience

To thrive in this role

• You'll bring proven experience in community safety, social policy or programme delivery, with relevant tertiary qualifications in social sciences, public policy, or a related field. You have a strong understanding of local government frameworks and the ability to translate policy into practical outcomes.
• You'll have excellent research, analysis, evaluation and report-writing skills, with the ability to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights. You're comfortable presenting findings to diverse audiences and influencing decision-making.
• You'll be a natural communicator and relationship builder, capable of fostering strong partnerships with internal teams, local stakeholders, and community groups. You're confident providing advice, facilitating collaboration, and navigating complex stakeholder environments.
• You'll demonstrate a commitment to social justice and equity, with experience delivering inclusive community programmes. You have a sound understanding of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles and how they can be applied to create safer public spaces.
• You're proactive, innovative and solution-focused, able to take initiative and manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and impact.
  
  

Enquiries

For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Lisa Stafford - Coordinator Social Policy and Community Development on LStaffor@stonnington.vic.gov.au

For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.

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• Employment typePart-time

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• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
• IndustriesGovernment Administration

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