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OverviewChampion Child Safety and inclusion - create a safer future for Young People in Banyule. Banyule City Council is dedicated to protecting children and young people by fostering a culture of safety, inclusion, and accountability. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Child Safe Advisor to lead and strengthen our commitment to child safety across the organisation and within the wider community.Why youll love this role and what youll doBanyule embraces flexibility as part of its workplace culture. This role may be worked flexibly at full time or part time.As the Child Safe Advisor for Council you will be a leader who can create organisational plans aligned to legislative requirements and scale the delivery to embed Child Safety across a large and complex organisation.The Child Safe Advisor will identify and mitigate child safety risks (including those from family and domestic violence matters) across council services, programs, and facilities, working to ensure compliance with child safety regulations and best practices, and foster a culture of continuous improvement in child safety standards and practices.This opportunity directly leads Councils initiatives for the safety and well-being of children, at the organisational level and the wider community, making a meaningful difference and will lead best practice initiatives in child safety.What Youll Bring / What We Are Looking ForTertiary qualifications in Human Resources, compliance, psychology, community or human services, or a related discipline, or lesser qualifications with extensive demonstrated experience in these areas.Sound understanding of Child Safe Standards, legislative requirements, and compliance methodologies, particularly within the Community Services sector.Experience in incident management practices, including investigating, reporting, and implementing corrective actions within a legislative and risk management framework.Proven ability to contribute to policy development and implement systems, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with legislative and quality standards.Demonstrated ability to develop and implement organisation-wide strategies, including training, education, and capacity building, to embed Child Safe Standards and build a culture of safety.Please refer to the position description for the complete Key Selection Criteria.Pre-employment RequirementsCurrent Victorian Drivers LicenceCurrent Working with Children''s CheckPsychometric AssessmentNationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)What We OfferA role with real organisational and community impact working with passionate professionals and business units to drive positive change and promote a culture of child safety across council services.A permanent, full-time or part-time position (lets discuss what works for both of us)Flexible work arrangements that support personal well-being alongside professional commitments.Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO) if working full time.Salary $109,953.82 - $122,671.33 per annum plus super (if part time working is agreed, salary will be pro-rated)26 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer / 4 weeks of paid parental leave - partnerOngoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiativesReady to make an impact?Apply now and take the next step in your career as our Child Safe Advisor.How To ApplyPlease submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria from the position description, and please also respond to the two screening questions in the application form.For a confidential discussion or if you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Melissa Smee on 03 9490 7147.Applications close: 10 February 2026 at 11:45 PM.Why choose BanyuleAt Banyule City Council, we value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. You''ll have the opportunity to lead a passionate team, lead and support preparedness response and recovery of emergency management activities and contribute to the success of an organisation that values its people.Equal Opportunity and ValuesBanyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected] Values: respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. We thrive in a strong learning and development culture and in partnership with the community. You will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over 130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives.Diversity Statement: Our community is diverse in cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone.Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule respects the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land.Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart and supports First Nations peoples in a path to a better future.Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule aligns with child-safe principles; the council has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to listening to children and acting on safety concerns. #J-18808-Ljbffr