Senior Advisor Workforce Diversity and Inclusion
Permanent Full Time
Band 7 $98,702 + super + RDO
Yarra City Council is seeking a passionate and skilled Diversity and Inclusion specialist to join their People and Culture team.
The Senior Advisor Workforce Diversity and Inclusion will work collaboratively across Council to lead the development and successful implementation of various diversity and inclusion initiatives at Yarra City Council.
With a focus on equity of access, inclusive practice and safety you will work closely with the Organisational Culture, Capability and Diversity team and wider People and Culture division to develop and implement a range of policies, programs and process improvements that positively transform organisational culture; support capability uplift across all employee levels; and strengthen Council’s ability to serve our community by building a dynamic, agile and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.
You are a passionate advocate for social justice, equality and inclusion, skilled in policy and strategy development, and experienced in change and project management – with specialist knowledge across a range of diversity and inclusion domains. You also bring your excellent communication and collaboration skills to the role, have a demonstrated ability to engage with various stakeholders to influence change, and have a flexible working style that can deliver both strategic and practical outcomes.
In this role, you have the autonomy to drive a wide range of projects that make a real difference. As an employee of Yarra City Council, in return for your hard work and contributions, you will be eligible for a variety of benefits including options for professional development and broad exposure to a variety of working environments.
Yarra City Council is a flexible organisation. We pride ourselves on inclusive culture and diversity. We aim to make a positive difference in people’s lives.
For further information see the position description attached or contact Catherine Keating, Acting Coordinator Diversity and Inclusion on 9205 5141.
100440 - Senior Advisor Workforce Diversity and Inclusion - June 2021.pdf
Applications close on 24 June 2021 at 11:55pm.
Please note: In your application, the selection panel will assess your CV against the technical skills, abilities, and qualifications of the Position Description as well as your separate responses to the Key Selection Criteria.
This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
