At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and coordinate Maternal and Child Health and Immunisation services for the community.
- Company: Bayside City Council, dedicated to building thriving communities.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, generous leave, wellbeing programs, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusion and community service.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of families while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in nursing, midwifery, or public health; leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 124882 - 124882 $ per year.
Employment Status: Permanent, full time
Days & Hours of Work: Monday - Friday totalling 38 hours per week
Competitive Salary: Base Rate: $124,882.07 + 6.5% Qualification Allowance + 13% Additional Duties Allowance + 12% superannuation
Location: Corporate Centre in Sandringham, with the flexibility to work from home
About Us: We are a passionate organisation, connected in our shared goal to be ‘sector leading’ in all that we do for the community and each other. Home to over 100,000 residents, Bayside City Council's enduring purpose is building extraordinary places, thriving communities, and better futures. Bayside Council is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to providing an accessible and safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity, and inclusion.
About the Role: The Coordinator Maternal and Child Health and Immunisation reports directly to the Manager Inclusive Communities and is responsible for leading and coordinating the delivery of Council’s Maternal and Child Health (MCH) and Immunisation services to meet community needs and legislative requirements. The position leads a multidisciplinary team through 2 Team Leaders and works collaboratively across Council and with external stakeholders to ensure integrated, accessible and responsive early years and immunisation services aligned to Council priorities.
Responsibilities:
- Creating and communicating long term vision for the team aligned to council’s vision and goals, as well as the Council Plan and Health & Inclusion Plan.
- Leading and coordinating the day‑to‑day delivery of Maternal and Child Health and Immunisation services, ensuring safe, accessible and responsive services that meet legislative and community requirements.
- Contributing to Council planning processes relating to community infrastructure, service provision and long‑term service planning.
- Identifying service gaps and responding to emerging community needs with appropriate strategies.
Key Selection Criteria:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in nursing, midwifery, public health or a related discipline.
- Post‑graduate qualification in Maternal and Child Health (or equivalent) is required.
- Demonstrated experience in leading health or community‑based service delivery.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and service operations.
- Understanding of Maternal and Child Health and Immunisation service frameworks within local government or public health settings.
- Proven ability to lead, manage and develop staff in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Mandatory Pre‑Employment Requirements:
- Be willing to undergo and complete a satisfactory criminal history check.
- Provide or obtain an employment‑based Working with Children check.
What We Can Offer You:
- A work life/balance through flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Generous leave provisions, including accrued time off, parental leave, three days of wellbeing leave per year, cultural and ceremonial leave, gender affirmation leave, plus the ability to purchase up to four weeks additional leave per year.
- Dedicated Staff Wellbeing programs, events and gym membership discounts.
- Learning and development opportunities so our people can grow and thrive.
- A Parkland‑surrounded office that is only a short 500m stroll to the beach.
- Free onsite staff parking plus hybrid vehicles that employees can book for work related travel.
Employment Equity Statement: The Council proudly acknowledges the Bunurong People of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this land, and we pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging as well as all Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community members with us today. The Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment. We actively encourage applicants with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQA+ people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this opportunity. We respect and value each other, own our responsibilities, work together and find better ways.
Coordinator Maternal and Child Health and Immunisation employer: Bayside City Council
Bayside City Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values transparency and fairness in its operations. Employees benefit from hybrid work arrangements, fostering a healthy work-life balance, while also having access to professional development opportunities that encourage growth within the organisation. Working in Melbourne, VIC, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to serving the community and making a meaningful impact.
