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Make a real impact by leading initiatives that promote equity and inclusion across one of Victoria''s most diverse communities.Grow professionally in a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, empowerment, and community pride.Permanent Full Time, Hybrid working and monthly RDO for full time 40-hour weeks.Band 6 salary range from $99,920 to 108,913 per annum plus Super (subject to experience)Why Choose City of CaseyThe City of Casey is one of Victoria''s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.Our multi-award winning, architecturally designed workplace - located in Bunjil Place in Melbourne''s southeast - inspires collaboration and creativity. Bunjil Place reflects and enhances the city''s rich diversity by providing an energetic and cosmopolitan atmosphere through a lively community meeting place.Flexible, supportive work environment with a strong culture of collaboration and growth.Convenient location near Westfield shopping centre, with gym/pool access, discounted memberships, and onsite caf.Multi-award-winning, architecturally designed office with free parking, community library.A values driven culture: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.And more live our values of dreaming big, empowering each other, and making our community proud.A bit about the roleIn this impactful role, you''ll collaborate with community leaders, service organisations, and internal teams to foster inclusive partnerships, and embed equity into Council policies and services.You''ll help build a culturally safe and equitable city by leading training, supporting strategic initiatives, and supporting people with lived experience. If you want to drive social cohesion in one of Victoria''s most dynamic municipalities, we encourage you to apply.What you''ll deliverLead and implement strategic initiatives that promote cultural and social equity across Casey''s diverse communities.Build and maintain strong partnerships with community leaders, service organisations, and internal teams to address systemic disadvantage.Facilitate community led collaborations and ensure meaningful participation from people with lived experience.Provide advice and support to Council projects, programs, and events on equity and inclusion matters.Deliver training and capacity building initiatives to embed culturally safe and equitable practices across the organisation.What you''ll bringDegree or diploma and/or experience in broad fields relevant to cultural and socio-economic equity work including Social Work, Social Sciences, Psychology, Humanities, Public Policy and Arts.Demonstrated ability working with a diverse range of stakeholders and population groups to address systemic inequality, including intersecting issues of relevance to cultural and linguistically diverse people, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ people, and/or refugees and migrants.Experience in the development and implementation of a range of programs within designated timeframes.Relevant experience and work skills commensurate with the requirements of the position.Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, and Eligibility to Work check.A curious, collaborative, and inclusive community mindset.Please visit our careers page at Careers at Casey to view a detailed position description.What''s next?If you think this role might be for you, we would love to hear from you.Please apply by following the links and attaching a cover letter and resume. We do not require any selection criteria to be addressed.To find out more about the role, please contact, Faz Sturley, Head of Diversity, Equity and Wellbeing on 03 9709 9710 and [email protected] will be accepted until 11.55pm on Thursday 5 February 2026.Please Note: Applications will not be accepted via email. Please apply by following the links only.We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.At the City of Casey, we are proud to be an inclusive, child safe, and equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or [email protected] City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.For more information about the City of Casey council and to stay across what''s happening in our region, follow us on LinkedIn. #J-18808-Ljbffr