• Expertise in leading affordable housing policy and strategic social planning to improve community wellbeing through cross‑council and community collaboration.
• Narre Warren, Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Permanent full time and monthly RDO for full-time 40-hour weeks
• Band 6 Salary $99,920 to $108,913 + Super per annum (subject to exp).

Why Choose City of Casey

The City of Casey is Victoria's largest and one of its fastest growing municipalities. Casey is home to over 400,000 residents with a remarkable diversity of cultures, languages, faiths, identities, landscapes, and stories. The Council takes pride in planning and delivering quality services and infrastructure to those who call Casey home, with the goal of making Casey a more connected, bold and resilient community.  

Our multi-award winning, architecturally designed workplace - located in Bunjil Place in Melbourne's southeast – inspires collaboration and creativity. Bunjil Place reflects and enhances the city’s rich diversity by providing an energetic and cosmopolitan atmosphere through a lively community meeting place.

Key Benefits:

• Flexible, supportive work environment with a strong culture of collaboration and growth.
• Diverse professional development opportunities.
• Convenient location near Westfield shopping centre, with gym/pool access, discounted memberships, and onsite café.
• Multi-award-winning, architecturally designed office with free parking, community library.
• A values driven culture: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.

We live our values of dreaming big, empowering each other, and making our community proud.

About the Role

Develop, implement and evaluate social policy and lead strategic social planning initiatives, including Council’s Affordable Housing Policy and homelessness-related work, to deliver outcomes that respond to local community needs.

Work collaboratively to coordinate projects, advocacy and evidence‑based strategies aligned with Council Plan health priorities, strengthening and embedding social planning approaches across the organisation.

What You’ll deliver

• Lead the development, implementation and review of social policies, strategies and action plans, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and emerging community needs.
• Provide expert social policy and planning advice, including evidence summaries, data analysis, social impact assessments and clear, actionable recommendations.
• Drive collaborative social planning across the organisation, working closely with planning, operational staff, corporate and service areas, and coordinating cross‑departmental initiatives, partnerships and working groups.
• Develop and deliver monitoring, evaluation and advocacy activities, including submissions, briefings, evidence‑based positions, and continuous improvement of policy and project practices.
• Build strong internal and external relationships, represent the organisation, deliver high‑quality written materials and presentations, and manage projects with effective stakeholder engagement.

What You’ll Bring

• Relevant qualifications and experience in social/public policy, urban planning, public health or related fields.
• Proven policy and strategy development capability, with understanding of Local, State and Federal policy and legislative environments.
• Strong grasp of social and commercial determinants of health, and how statutory and strategic planning levers can improve community outcomes.
• An understanding of Social and Affordable Housing, with knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of all levels of government in responding to the housing crisis.
• Skilled in building effective strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, including the ability to develop innovative solutions, influence diverse audiences, and produce high‑quality written and verbal advice.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check and Eligibility to Work check.

Please visit our careers page at Careers at Casey to view a detailed position description.

Please ensure that you are eligible to apply for this position in line with the Workforce Management Policy for internal movements.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply online by submitting your cover letter and resume. No need to address selection criteria.

For enquiries, contact Melanie Keech - Team Leader Health and Social Policy at 9705 5211 or talent@casey.vic.gov.au.

Applications close at 11:55pm on Wednesday 11 March 2026

Please note: Applications are only accepted via our online portal.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Casey is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe, and equal opportunity employer.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or Talent@casey.vic.gov.au.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Please note: Unsolicited emails or approaches from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.

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