Positive Ageing Engagement Officer

**Work type**
- Permanent Part Time

**Location**
- Dandenong

**Department**
- Community Strengthening

**Band 5 $82,392 - $86,549.95 per annum, pro rata (plus super)**

**Permanent Part Time - 30.4 hours per week**

**About Us**

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

**About the role**

What we are looking for:
Community Care is seeking a self-motivated individual to enhance social connection in older people by developing and implement programs, sharing information and supporting Seniors clubs and groups.

The main responsibilities of this position include:

- Community Engagement & Research: Conduct ongoing research and consult with community stakeholders to identify and support socially isolated older adults.
- Collaboration & Program Development: Work with Council departments and Community Care staff to develop and recommend programs that enhance social engagement.
- Information Management & Communication: Maintain accessible databases, manage social media, contribute to newsletters, and respond to public inquiries.
- Support for Seniors Groups: Provide regular support, facilitate collaboration and assist with funding and governance for Seniors Clubs and Groups.
- Activity Planning & Delivery: Identify, prioritise and organise events and programs such as day trips and the Seniors Festival.
- Strategy Implementation: Support projects aligned with the Positive Ageing Strategy goals.

**About you**

To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the following:
You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

**Benefits of working with us**

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

Our benefits include
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
- Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
- Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
- Reward & recognition programs
- Health initiatives
- Access to our support and wellbeing programs
- A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
- Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children_ with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm._

**To apply**
- A brief cover letter
- Your resume
- Response to key selection criteria

**Position Description**:Positive Ageing Engagement Officer - 429.5 KB

**Applications close**: 5pm, Monday, 4 August 2025

**Further information**: Tracey Macleod, 8571 5522