Kinder Outreach Project Officer

at  City of Monash

Job no: 495034
Categories: Administration and Office Support, Community Services & Development, Government and Defence
Fixed Term Part Time position (22.8hrs p/w) until 31 December 2024
$94,037.95 + Superannuation (pro rata)
Work flexibly with the community, from home and from the Civic Centre
Applications close 25 June 2024
City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.
The successful applicant will join the Child, Youth and Family Services Department which is part of the Community Services Division. Monash Council CY&FS deliver programs that support the community from birth to 18 years of age.
About the Position
We are currently looking for an individual who can demonstrate initiative and collaborate effectively with various networks and resources, both within the organisation and externally. The primary objective of this important role is to engage vulnerable Cultural & Linguistically Diverse (CALD) families across the municipality to maximise attendance at kindergarten by CALD children to:
Support successful transition of children starting school (including support with enrolment)
Support increased kindergarten enrolments for three- and four-year-old CALD children (including support with enrolment) through promotion of Free Kinder initiative and Early Start Kindergarten for refugee and asylum seeker children
Skills and Experience
Tertiary qualifications in Early Childhood Education, Community Development or a Social Services field
A Certificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment is desirable
Fluency in a language other than English would be advantageous
Demonstrated experience in working with children from a range of cultural backgrounds
Demonstrated experience, knowledge and understanding in supporting the planning and evaluating of inclusive early childhood programs
Experience in working in kindergarten/childcare centres
Requirements
Employee Working with Children’s Check
Satisfactory National Police Check; and
Tertiary qualifications in Early Childhood Education, Community Development or a Social Services field
Benefits
As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:
Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
Vibrant health and well-being programs
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Flexible working arrangements
Training and development opportunities
Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres
Apply for this amazing opportunity
Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.
Applications close Tuesday 25 June 2024 at 11:55pm .
If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Rose Mascitti on 0459 423 155 or at Rose.Mascitti@monash.vic.gov.au.
Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email peopleadvisory@monash.vic.gov.au
We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse

Please refer the Job description for details