• Permanent Part Time (30.4 hrs per week)
• Band 6 ($97,273 - $105,392 pro rata) + 12 super
• Footscray, Melbourne

About Us

Maribyrnong City Council is undergoing significant change arising from population growth and redevelopment. A transitioning economy is leading to an influx of new residents, businesses, and employment opportunities that is seeing Maribyrnong fast becoming a sought after residential, recreation and social destination in Melbourne's inner-west.

The Opportunity

At Maribyrnong, we believe older people are a vital part of community life, and should be able to participate fully, with equitable access to opportunities, services and spaces.

We're looking for a thoughtful and proactive Older Adults Project Officer to join our Access and Inclusion team.

This role is about strengthening connection and removing barriers supporting older people, particularly those who may be excluded, to access, engage and participate in ways that are meaningful to them.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver initiatives that strengthen connection, access and participation for older people
• Identify and respond to barriers to engagement, particularly for diverse and marginalised communities
• Work with community groups, services and partners to improve access and inclusion
• Support inclusive, intergenerational and intercultural approaches
• Promote opportunities and ensure information is accessible and inclusive
• Coordinate and support the Healthy and Active Ageing Advisory Committee, ensuring meaningful engagement and contribution to Council planning and decision-making.
• Work collaboratively within the Access and Inclusion team and across the broader Inclusive Communities department to deliver shared projects, initiatives and priorities

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

• You bring experience in community development or a similar role, with a genuine interest in supporting older people to participate fully in community life.
• You take an evidence-based approach to your work — using data, community insight and feedback to inform decisions, design initiatives and evaluate impact.
• You're able to identify barriers to participation and take practical steps to improve access and inclusion.
• You build strong relationships with ease and are confident working with community members, services and partners. You're proactive, thoughtful in your approach, and able to turn ideas into action.

You're comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, contributing to shared projects and priorities across a broader department.

​Why Choose Maribyrnong?

• Work in a meaningful role within a values-driven organisation
• Work with a friendly, supportive and professional team.
• Enjoy a flexible and inclusive work environment.
• Work in a meaningful role within a culture-driven organisation.

If you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment, click 'Apply Now'!

How to Apply

To express your interest in this role, please forward your resume and a cover letter, outlining your relevant experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria defined in the position description, in support of your application.

To apply for this job go to: https://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6878693.

Enquiries: Should you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Melissa Eastwood, Manager Inclusive Communities on 0421 361 093, for a confidential discussion.

Closing Date: 9 April 2026 - 10.00pm.

Maribyrnong City Council (Council) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and to operating in a manner that complies with its obligations under the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 and the Victorian Child Safe Standards. Council promotes an organisational culture that embeds within its child safe practices and expects its staff to perform their roles and engage with the community in a manner that is consistent with its child safe practices. To guide expected standards of child safe behaviours of all staff, Council has a Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy.

As part of the appointment process, Council may undertake appropriate child safety pre-screening checks of candidates in accordance with Council Child Safety policies and procedures where appropriate. This may include asking child safety-related questions during interview, conducting relevant checks of the candidate's prior contact with children in employment and/or requiring proof of a valid Working With Children Check prior to commencement.

Council welcomes applications from all interested candidates including from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. Council's recruitment process will be reasonably adapted to ensure all candidates have equitable access to Council's recruitment process and job opportunities.