Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire

Community Projects Officer

Job No: MRSC06288
Location: Kyneton

Fixed Term Part Time to April 2027
$92,760. - $101,125. per annum (pro rata) plus Super 
Position No: 6288 

About the role

As the Community Projects Officer, you will join a team of value driven community development practitioners, passionate about strengthening the Macedon Ranges community. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference through the delivery of Council’s Community Grants and Awards Programs, and by supporting advocacy initiatives that help prevent gender-based violence. You will use your strong administrative expertise and collaborative approach to work alongside passionate community members, organisations, colleagues and partners, turning ideas into impactful outcomes that support a creative and connected community. 

About you

The Community Development & Youth team are seeking a passionate and community minded professional with an eagerness to build community capacity and increase community engagement. The successful applicant will bring experience in the delivery and development of grant programs, along with a strong ability to build and maintain effective community partnerships and stakeholder relationships. The role requires proven project management and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, contributing to shared outcomes in a dynamic and values-driven workplace. 

Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council 

 At Macedon Ranges Shire Council, we’re passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You’ll work together alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and calendar of wellbeing, diversity and inclusion related programs and initiatives. 

Staff Benefits

  • Flexible Working Arrangements
  • Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
  • Annual no cost flu vaccinations 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Purchased leave
  • Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
  • Onsite treater available to support your health and wellbeing at work
Position Description
 
For further information contact Isabel Venables, Coordinator Community Development & Youth on 0474 876 339.

Interviews are expected to be held from the week commencing 23 February 2026.

Closing Date: 15 February at 5:00pm.

To apply please click below and follow the prompts. Please have a copy of your current Resume, responses to Selection Criteria for the role and a Cover letter ready to attach.  

 

We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and identities. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know at jobs@mrsc.vic.gov.au.

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Macedon Ranges Shire Council

Macedon Ranges Shire is located in central Victoria, about an hour's drive north-west of Melbourne. Covering an area of around 1700 square kilometres, the shire is a semi-rural municipality known for its beautiful natural landscapes. The shire has an estimated population of around 51,500 people and resides on the lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung peoples. Industries providing local employment in the shire are health care and social assistance, education and training, retail trade, agriculture, forestry and fishing. Tourism is also acknowledged as an important and growing industry for the shire.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce which reflects the community and the customers we serve. Council encourages applications from all suitable applicants including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people of different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and Child Safe employer.