Manager Equity and Climate – City of Darebin

Impactful senior leadership opportunity Lead a critical portfolio shaping inclusion, equity, wellbeing and climate action Build partnerships that drive equitable and sustainable outcomes The City of Darebin is a vibrant municipality just north of Melbourne’s CBD. No matter where you’re from you’ll feel at home in this cosmopolitan community, where different lifestyles, aspirations and talents are welcomed. 155,000 residents speak 138 different languages, embrace 37 different faiths, and celebrate their city’s rich cultural diversity. The City of Darebin is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities in terms of culture, language, religion, socio-economic background, occupation, and housing needs. The city has one of the largest populations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents in metropolitan Melbourne. Reporting to the General Manager City Sustainability & Strategy, the Manager Equity and Climate will lead the organisation's agenda on equity, inclusion, wellbeing, climate and partnerships. This role focuses on driving impactful strategies, establishing meaningful partnerships, and guiding innovative projects that support positive outcomes within the community. Through effective leadership and collaboration, this role empowers the organisation to address inequalities, climate challenges, and community resilience. As a key leader within the senior leadership team, the manager will play a central role in leading the development and delivery of strategic initiatives across Darebin including the Climate Emergency Plan, the Aboriginal Action Plan, the LGBTQIA+ Action Plan and the Municipal Health and Wellbeing Plan. The Manager Equity and Climate is responsible for cultivating relationships both within the organisation and with a variety of external stakeholders, such as state and federal government agencies, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, local community groups, and peak bodies focused on climate and social inclusion. To be considered for this role, you are a collaborative leader deeply committed to equity and community wellbeing. You bring proven expertise in social inclusion, or advocacy, with a demonstrated history of developing and inspiring diverse and inclusive teams across areas such as equity, climate, circularity, social inclusion, health and wellbeing. You will also have a demonstrated ability to ensure the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds and lived experience who work within the department, or are partners, stakeholders and customers. A commitment and work history roles related to the community would be looked at favourably. With exceptional communication skills, you engage and influence diverse stakeholders through culturally competent consultation and negotiation. As a cross‑functional relationship builder, you will lead the community in strengthening resilience against social and environmental challenges. Prioritised Role and Protected Attributes This is a prioritised role for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds (including those who speak another language at home), those who identify as LGBTIQA+ and women. Applications from these groups will be given priority consideration . This action constitutes a special measure under the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). Should you require assistance in your interactions with us or through a recruitment process, please contact us so we can provide reasonable adjustments for you. To view the Success Profile for this opportunity, please copy and paste the following link into your browser : https : / / tinyurl.com / nxe5za2y To apply, please click ‘apply now’ and upload your CV and Cover Letter. For any questions not outlined in the PD and for a confidential discussion, please contact Vanessa Huxley at or Kate Rowe at . Davidson acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We are also committed to equal opportunity and strive to promote diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do. #J-18808-Ljbffr