Malvern Town Hall, Cnr High Street and Glenferrie Road, Malvern + Working from home
Project Management,Sport and Recreation
City of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington.
Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of benefits available for our people have a look at “Why Stonnington”.
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Shape the future of active living in Stonnington by leading the strategic development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Active Stonnington Framework and Action Plan. This is a unique opportunity to drive innovative and inclusive initiatives that enhance community well-being and promote an active, connected lifestyle.
In this role, you'll:
Guide and influence the long-term vision for active recreation, shaping sustainable strategies that encourage greater community participation and improved health outcomes.
Build and nurture strong partnerships with internal teams, community organisations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure collaborative and effective program delivery.
Oversee the full lifecycle of active recreation programs, from scoping and planning to implementation, monitoring, and review, ensuring initiatives align with community needs and organisational priorities.
Identify and capitalise on opportunities for innovation, securing grant funding and driving forward-thinking strategies that support active living.
Use data-driven insights to measure impact, inform strategic decisions, and continuously improve programs to deliver meaningful and lasting benefits to the community.
Full-time | $95,013.10 - $102,899 + 11.5% super | ADO option
Based at Malvern Town Hall, this role offers the flexibility of a hybrid working model, with three days in the office and two days working from home. Enjoy the best of both worlds—collaborate in a dynamic workplace while benefiting from the balance of remote work.
Desired Skills and Experience
To thrive in this role, you'll have:
Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across different sectors.
A strategic mindset with a deep understanding of community health trends, particularly in active recreation and wellbeing.
Proven experience in leading strategic planning processes, aligning resources, and implementing long-term initiatives to drive positive outcomes.
Analytical skills to interpret data and generate reports that inform decision-making, track progress, and support continuous improvement.
This is your chance to make a real impact on the health and wellbeing of the Stonnington community. Apply now and be part of a team dedicated to creating an active and thriving city.
Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Kiara Mcdonald - Coordinator Sport and Active Recreation onkmcdonal@stonnington.vic.gov.au
For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333. Submitting your application
Please use your cover letter to demonstrate to us that you have what is needed to ‘thrive’ (as noted in the Success Profile) and to tell us more about you and why you want to want to work for us.
Successful candidates will be required to provide acceptable evidence of their vaccination
To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa. Connect with Stonnington
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