Coordinator Experiences And Partnerships

Band 8 - $130,399 - $146,125 per annum (plus super)

Temporary Full Time (Parental leave replacement untilOctober 2027 with possible extension)

About Us

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, GreaterDandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population ofover 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's secondlargest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes atDandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturallydiverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 differentbirthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industriesinclude manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade,wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional characterthat offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellentservice to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We investin the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that isrespectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

Aboutthe role & About You

This is your opportunity to shape the future of arts,culture and community experiences in one of Melbourne's most diverse andcreative municipalities. The City of Greater Dandenong is seeking anexperienced, contemporary and visionary leader to join us during an excitingperiod of transformation.

As our Coordinator Experiences and Partnerships, you willlead a talented team delivering art exhibitions, public art, performing arts,heritage and community programs across our cultural and community hubs andvenues. You will champion innovative,



audience-focused approaches, build strongpartnerships and inspire contemporary cultural practice that reflects ourdiverse community.

This parental leave opportunity comes at a pivotal time. Youwill help lead the development of our new Creative and Cultural Strategy,contribute to planning for the city's new Dandenong New Art (DNA) Gallery, andhelp shape the future of arts, culture and creativity across Greater Dandenong.

If you are an innovative leader who thrives oncollaboration, strategic thinking and creating excellent community impact, wewould love to hear from you. Apply now and help lead the next chapter ofGreater Dandenong's creative future.

Please ensure you address the key selection criteriaoutlined in the position description as part of your application.

You may be required to undertake practical testing,work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacityassessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

The successful candidate will be asked to produce aclear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a nationalpolice check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’),subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position.Each application will be considered on its merits.

Advantages of working with us

Council believes in providing an environment where staffthrive,



both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as peopleand professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture whichencourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plentyof opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expandingand diverse organisation.

Our benefits include

- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrificechildcare (where available)
- Flexible workingoptions supported including hybrid work
- Access to learning& development programs including study assistance
- Reward &recognition; programs
- Access to our supportand wellbeing programs
- A vibrant social club

For more informationabout our benefits, please visit our careers page:Working with Us

Council will consider flexible working arrangementsfor all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applicationsfrom everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanderbackground, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people fromculturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age,ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplaceadjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staffmember.

Council is committedto providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting culturalsafety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerancefor child abuse and harm.

If you require any accessor reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, thenplease do let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager – your experiencetruly matters to us.

Applications close:5pm, Friday, 14 August 2026

Further information:Natasha Petkovic-Jeremic, 8571 5346

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📌 Coordinator Experiences And Partnerships (Dandenong)
🏢 City of Greater Dandenong
📍 Dandenong