About the role
In this role, you will deliver meaningful place-based outcomes by developing and implementing place visions and plans that reflect the unique character and needs of each community. You’ll lead both short-term activations and long-term place strategies, working closely with local stakeholders and the community to shape vibrant, inclusive public spaces. While Central Geelong will be a key focus, your work will span the entire municipality, bringing life and identity to key local centres across Greater Geelong.

Work type: Permanent part time (60.8 hours per fortnight)
Classification: Band 7 Commencing at $103,066 pro rata plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Demonstrated experience in place activation and placemaking, including the development and delivery of place visions, activation strategies, and business support initiatives across diverse urban centres.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain partnerships with businesses, community groups, internal teams, and external agencies.
• Proven ability to contribute to strategic planning and implementation, with experience in coordinating work programs, monitoring progress, and delivering outcomes in line with departmental goals.
• Excellent communication and advisory skills, with the ability to provide subject matter expertise and collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders across various levels of an organisation.
• Strong organisational and project management capabilities, including planning, logistics coordination, and the ability to work within budgets and timelines to deliver successful place-based outcomes.
• Ability to support team culture and capability, contributing to a positive and inclusive work environment through knowledge sharing, mentoring, and supporting change and innovation.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have a tertiary qualification in Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Planning, Project Management or related discipline, complemented by significant professional experience in placemaking or a similar field. Your background will reflect a deep understanding of place-based strategies and the ability to apply this expertise within a complex organisational environment to deliver impactful, community-focused outcomes.

Essential Experience:

• Demonstrated people skills to support, influence, and collaborate with relevant stakeholders.
• Demonstrated skills in placemaking, tactical urbanism, place management, community engagement, economic development, project delivery and implementation, event delivery, public realm strategies and policy and or urban design.
• Lead trader, community and stakeholder engagement that builds cooperation and partnerships internally and externally.
• Developed writing and speaking skills to align with stakeholders and achieve support for task outcome.
• Some experience in project management skills, with a focus of managing small to medium sized projects.
• Solid understanding of local government policies and regulations, along with insights into organisation context and goals related to placemaking and built environments.
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
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Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Lexie Dealehr | Coordinator Place Activation | Lexie.Dealehr@@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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