Team Leader

2 weeks ago

Shepparton, Australia Greater Shepparton City Council Full time

**INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS**

Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.

Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million. The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.

**Team Leader - Diversity**

**Salary**:$98,273.24 per annum
**Closing**:Friday 24 January 2025
**Full time - Permanent**

Greater Shepparton City Council’s Community Wellbeing department is seeking a dynamic and experienced Team Leader to lead the Diversity team. This leadership role is vital in fostering and strengthening community partnerships, delivering key strategies and action plans, and implementing initiatives that champion the value of diversity.

In this position, you will work at the heart of the community, collaborating with a range of stakeholders to ensure inclusive, accessible, and culturally appropriate services that cater to the needs of a diverse population.

**As the Team Leader Diversity, you will**:

- Provide leadership and support to staff within the Diversity Team, guiding them to develop and implement projects that align with the Council’s strategic objectives and meet community needs.
- Identify and seize opportunities to build alliances and create partnerships across local organisations, service providers, and community groups. Your goal will be to ensure a holistic community perspective is embedded in all initiatives.
- Oversee the management of various portfolio areas and key projects within the Diversity Team, ensuring that each is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard.
- Lead community engagement efforts to ensure that diverse voices are heard and included in decision-making processes, advocating for the needs of underrepresented groups.
- Develop and implement new initiatives and projects that drive forward diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring the continuous improvement of services for all community members.
- Proven experience in leading and managing a diverse team, with the ability to inspire and develop staff to deliver high-quality outcomes.
- In-depth knowledge of diversity, inclusion, and equity principles, particularly in relation to First Nations, multiculturalism, access and inclusion, positive ageing, youth development and LGBTIQA+ in Greater Shepparton.
- Experience in building and maintaining effective partnerships and working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including community groups, service providers, and local government.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, including developing, implementing, and evaluating initiatives within a community context.
- Strong strategic planning and analytical skills, with the ability to think creatively and solve problems to address the diverse needs of the community.

For further information about this position, please contact Renee Scott, Manager - Community Wellbeing, on 0407 099 050.

First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

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