Manager Community Wellbeing

About the opportunity

The Manager Community Wellbeing will lead the development and delivery of Towong Shire Council’s community wellbeing and economic development functions with responsibility for social inclusion, recreation, culture, economic and tourism development. Building and enhancing networks and relationships with government departments, agencies and service providers to improve social and economic outcomes for our communities is key to the success of this role.

What you can expect

• Lead the development and delivery of Council’s community development functions including: social inclusion, recreation, culture and libraries ensuring they build social connectedness and foster health and wellbeing.
• Lead the development of Council’s economic development functions including agricultural and tourism development, strategic infrastructure investment and business stimulation
• Establish, maintain, and enhance networks, working relationships and contacts with local and regional government departments, agencies and service providers
• Develop and manage contracts, service agreements, funding applications and agreements for the delivery of community and economic development
• Inspire, lead and motivate the Community and Wellbeing team, fostering a supportive and inclusive culture

What you’ll need to be successful

• Experience working in a leadership role in the community, economic development or tourism sector.
• Strong leadership, customer service and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of, or experience in working with small communities
• Sound understanding of financial and risk Management and OH&S
• Ability to travel during work hours throughout Towong Shire (pool car available)

Benefits of working at Towong Shire

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Work with a leadership team that sets you up for success
• Enjoy autonomy over your working day

Next steps

If you’re excited by this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

1. Read the full Position Description below
2. Learn how to apply by reading our How to Apply guide
3. Provide a cover letter detailing how you meet the Key Selection Criteria for the role
4. Provide a copy of your resume, including the details of two professional referees

Our process

• Once the role is closed, all applications are reviewed against the role requirements.
• If your application is successful, you may receive an initial screening call and/or be invited to an interview.
• If shortlisted to the final stage, you may receive a call regarding reference and police checks, before (hopefully) receiving an offer.
• All applicants will receive an outcome regardless of being successful or unsuccessful.

If your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway, just make sure to include a cover letter to let us know why you’d be a great fit for the team.

Towong Shire Council is committed to creating a culture where everyone is respected. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, contact hr@towong.vic.gov.au