Social Policy Project Officer

• Narre Warren | Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Permanent full-time | Monthly RDO (40-hour week) or 0.8 or 0.9 FTE for the right candidate.
• Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.

Why Choose City of Casey

The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.

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.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At the City of Casey, we know that great people deserve a great workplace. That’s why we offer an environment designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• True flexibility with hybrid work, compressed hours, RDOs and the option to purchase additional leave, because life comes first.
• Our Ways of Working (OWOW) - our activity-based model allows you to work in different spaces, locations and with the latest technology.
• Family‑friendly leave options, including 16 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, to support you through life’s biggest moments.
• Enjoy our stunning, architecturally designed workspace, complete with free coffee, a community library and free parking.
• Be part of a team that truly lives its values: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• And more https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/benefits-of-working-city-of-casey

About the Role

This role has broad scope across policy development, advocacy, community education and project delivery, including supporting affordable housing outcomes through the delivery of Council’s Affordable Housing Policy.

You will drive evidence-based policy, lead projects, and collaborate across Council and with external partners to improve community wellbeing.

What You’ll deliver

• Project manage and support the implementation and evaluation of social policies, strategies and action plans, with a focus on affordable housing and homelessness
• Manage multi-stakeholder projects, ensuring alignment with Council priorities and measurable outcomes
• Deliver community education and engagement activities to raise awareness and strengthen outcomes
• Provide expert policy advice, including data analysis, social impact assessments and evidence-based recommendations
• Lead advocacy, submissions and briefings to influence policy and investment outcomes
• Support and facilitate affordable housing delivery initiatives, including partnerships and Council-led opportunities
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government, community organisations and housing providers
• Monitor, evaluate and continuously improve policies, programs and strategic initiatives

What You’ll Bring

• Qualifications and experience in social/public policy, urban planning, public health or a related field
• Demonstrated experience project managing complex strategic projects
• Strong experience in affordable housing, homelessness or related policy areas.
• Deep understanding of policy and legislative environments across Local, State and Federal levels
• Knowledge of social and commercial determinants of health and how planning levers influence community outcomes.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Highly developed analytical, communication and influencing capabilities.
• Ability to deliver innovative, evidence-based solutions and high-quality written advice.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, and Eligibility to Work check.

Position Description: here

 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!

Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online portal.

In your cover letter, we ask you to specifically address your experience in:

• Managing complex projects
• Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
• Affordable housing and/or homelessness

For enquiries, contact

Melanie Keech, Team Leader Health and Social Policy at mkeech@casey.vic.gov.au.

Applications close at 11:55pm on Sunday 23 August 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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