
Research and Social Policy Officer
7 days ago
**Georges River Council has an exciting opportunity for a Research and Social Policy Officer to join our team, based in Hurstville.**
**About The Role**
As a Research and Social Policy Officer you will be a key leader in researching and delivering policies and projects that facilitate the development of an enriched, connected and inclusive community.
The role will also engage with key community stakeholders through community reference groups to ensure that Council’s key strategic aims are met through effective consultation.
**Other accountabilities of the role involve**:
- Researching emerging community needs and trends that support the development and implementation of relevant plans, directions, policy and strategies.
- Identifying, implementing and responding to opportunities, funding and partnerships to achieve identified strategic outcomes and increase community well-being through innovative approaches.
- Ensure that life stages and specialised target groups are recognised in projects, activities and social planning.
**What We Offer**
The Community and Culture Directorate works in partnership with the community to ensure Council is socially and culturally connected, through providing diverse and vibrant programs, services and facilities that bring together communities, deliver cultural and creative engagement opportunities and support the informational needs of our community.
- Permanent Full-time, 70 hours per fortnight
- Health and Wellbeing paid leave
- Long Service Leave after five years
- Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Salary Packaging Options
- Sponsored Study Program
- Parental Leave and Support
- Employee Rewards Program
- Ongoing Education and Resources
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications in community development and planning, and/or social science, or equivalent.
- Class C Drivers Licence.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of community development and social justice principles.
- Demonstrated experience in community planning, including consultation, research, data analysis and strategy development.
- Demonstrated experience in policy analysis and development, especially in the fields of social infrastructure and social policy.
- Proven experience in community engagement and consultation.
- Ability to manage projects, prioritise work and meet deadlines within budget.
- Capacity to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and with other community organisations.
- Well-developed written and oral communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to set priorities and sound organisational and time management skills.
If you would like further information on this role, please contact Kristie Dodd, Director Community & Culture** **on 02 9330 6035.
**Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Monday 7 October 2024 at 11.59 PM AEST.**
- Georges River Council aims to be a leading, people-focused organisation delivering outstanding results for our community and city. We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community._
- At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation._
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