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East Gippsland Shire Council

Waste and Recycling Education Officer

Kalimna

PART TIME

October 18, 2024

Part time position based in stunning Lakes Entrance, working 3.5 days per week
From $72,888.96 per annum pro rata + super
Help to educate the community about waste and recycling

We Are East Gippsland Shire

East Gippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land including high country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia’s largest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines included!

East Gippsland Shire Council is a large regional council covering 10% of Victoria. With a workforce of over 600 passionate community members, EGSC offers challenging and rewarding skills development and the ability to work with a range of teams across a range of locations.

A unique blend of nature, culture, and recreational opportunities, East Gippsland Shire is a captivating destination for those looking to broaden their skills whilst enjoying an enviable lifestyle.

The Opportunity

As the Recycling Education and Communications Officer, you will develop content for our website and social media platforms, as well as creating promotional materials and media releases to ensure our community are up to date on all things waste and recycling.

You’ll attend community events to share information and influence community behaviours regarding waste minimisation.

In this role, you will also provide specialist advice to internal and external stakeholders, collaborating with our media team, and engaging schools and community groups to improve awareness of council’s recycling and waste minimisation initiatives.

This is a part time position, working 3.5 days per week (other configurations may also be discussed) from the Lakes Entrance office. Opportunity for additional hours may be available supporting broader sustainability initiatives.

Things You’re Proud Of (Key Selection Criteria)

Tertiary qualifications in communications, marketing, media design, environmental sustainability education and/or significant relevant experience in the marketing, communications field preferred.
Experience working in rural/regional communities.
Demonstrated experience in working with a range of stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
Relevant knowledge and understanding about waste, litter and recycling issues.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to responsibly self-direct and work autonomously
Relevant skills in written media, spreadsheets, and websites
Demonstrated ability to improve the customer experience through effective waste education programs.
A current, valid Victorian Driver’s licence.

If successful, you will need to undertake a police check and have an employee Working with Children Check. You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.

Things We’re Proud Of

Hybrid work flexibility
Opportunities for professional development including study assistance
Annual leave loading
14 weeks paid parental leave
Banded salary that increases yearly to the end of the band
Employee Assistance Program and Social Club
Great work-life balance, so close to great holiday destinations, beaches, mountains, parks and lakes.

How To Apply

If this sounds like your next move, apply now and attach:

A cover letter stating why you are interested in the position and what you will bring to East Gippsland Shire Council.
A current resume which includes your personal details, education, qualifications, work experience and the contact details of two (2) work-related referees.
A statement providing detailed responses to each of the key selection criteria as stated in the position description.

Applications close at 11.59pm on November 5, 2024.

Questions? For a confidential discussion about the position or to learn more, please contact Luke Smith, Coordinator Waste Planning and Compliance, on (03) 5153 9500.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available as it has expired

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