Coordinator Public Health

Community Safety and Compliance
- Full-time
- Closing on: Feb 21 2025
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- **An exciting opportunity to take the lead in shaping and driving public health initiatives in the Glen Eira community**:

- **Full time**:

- **$124K - $139K per annum (dependent on experience) + superannuation**

**About the role**
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual with a passion for public health. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to make a tangible difference in public health initiatives, working collaboratively with various stakeholders to drive positive change. This role will develop, build and execute effective and sustainable programs that influence community behaviour and attitudes in relation to public health.
- Other responsibilities include:_
- Effectively manage the planning and provision of Public Health services within approved municipal health, business plans and program budgets.
- Manage and ensure the satisfactory implementation of the provisions of the relevant Acts and Regulations which ensures timely and acceptable outcomes.
- Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of policies, programs and services provided and where necessary, make recommendations for improvements and/or delivery of new public health services.

**About you**
You will have experience in health promotion, project management, and a deep understanding of local public health needs. With strong leadership abilities and communication skills, you will effectively advocate for health priorities and engage with the community to build trust and support for public health initiatives.

The following is also required:

- Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health or related field, with extensive and diverse experience and eligible for membership of Environmental Health Professionals Australia.
- Experience in managing budgets with regular review and controls.
- High level of technical knowledge for Public Health service provision.
- High level of communication and negotiation skills which facilitate effective interaction at all levels, often on sensitive community matters.
- Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply._

**Pre-employment checks**
- Attach your resume
- Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

**Closing date**: 21 February 2025 at 11.55pm

**What’s on offer**
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

- Hybrid work environment - Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata)
- Flexible work options
- A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
- Access to paid training and participation in Council’s Learning and Development programs
- Reward and recognition programs

**Working at Glen Eira City Council**
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.
Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.
Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.

**Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to**:

- **Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.**:

- **Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.**

**We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.