Recovery Coordinator - Hubs (6 month contract)Posted: 22/11/2024
Closing Date: 09/12/2024
Job Type: Contract
Job Category: Community Services and Development, Government, Defence & Emergency
ABOUT US Moira Shire Council is an innovative and progressive local government organisation committed to serving the needs of communities across a large regional shire located on the Murray River almost 3 hours north of Melbourne. Extending from the iconic Barmah Forest along the Murray River our region includes four major towns - Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia and Yarrawonga, one of Victoria's most popular holiday destinations.
We are a team of diverse individuals who enjoy many lifestyle benefits of working for Moira Shire Council.
Some of these benefits include:
A family-friendly workplace that lives by our values of Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Honesty, and TeamworkAccess to annual flu shots.Annual skin checks.Opportunity to salary package.Opportunity for flexible work arrangements.Out of hours Social Club.Access Employee Assistance Program.Can and soft-plastic collection.The ability to make a tangible difference to your community.16 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregiver and 6 weeks for secondary carer.Moira Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering flexible work arrangements for employees in a family-friendly work place. Moira promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the contributions of all people and encourages people with a disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. Role Purpose and Objectives Manage the Municipal Recovery from the October 2022 flood event including:
Coordination of community recovery following the October 22 Flood Event via Hub outreach and other recovery services.To provide an effective face-to-face communication link between community and Council, as well as emergency services, relevant State agencies and other charitable, service or support organisations.Develop, implement and evaluate community recovery-capability building and engagement initiatives.Liaise as necessary with those overseeing the restoration of community infrastructure.Ensure grant funds to facilitate recovery are managed appropriately and protect Council's financial position.Assist the Municipal Recovery Committee and the Community Recovery Committee (if formed) in developing and implementing the Municipal Recovery Plan.Key Responsibilities and Functions Coordinate the day to day operations of the Flood Recovery Hub, currently based in Nathalia, and the mobile Flood Recovery Hub, including the coordination of agencies able to assist with people and property recovery.
Liaise with the Secondary Impact Assessment team(s) Coordinator to assist and support collection and utilisation of gathered information to assist community members and follow-up of cases, as required.
Coordinate the utilisation of the Crisisworks data to support the identification of recovery needs.
Ensuring engagement in recovery is inclusive of all community members and includes culturally safe practices.
Oversee the organisation of community gatherings, events, education, programs, training and promotion to facilitate the recovery process.
Manage relevant aspects of any recovery funding agreements for flood recovery activities.
Represent Moira Shire's flood recovery project in presentations as required.
Complete necessary reporting to Council and government departments on the elements of flood recovery.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience Experience in local government and emergency planningRelevant management experience, ideally in local governmentExperience managing a diverse teamA valid driver's licenseNational Police Certificate (or willing to obtain)To discuss this position please contact Hollie Barnes, Manager Community Wellbeing on: or
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