Job Description

Narre Warren | Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
Permanent full-time | Monthly RDO (40-hour week) or 0.8 or 0.9 FTE available for the right candidate.
Band 6 Salary: $99,920 to $108,913 + Super (Subject to experience)

Why Choose City of Casey

The City of Casey is Victoria's largest and one of its fastest growing municipalities, home to over 400,000 residents and a rich diversity of cultures, languages, faiths and identities.

We are committed to delivering quality services and infrastructure while building a more connected, bold and resilient community.

Our multi-award-winning workplace at Bunjil Place inspires collaboration and creativity, offering a vibrant hub that reflects Casey’s diversity.

Key benefits include:

• Flexible and supportive work environment with a strong culture of collaboration and growth.
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Options Available
• Diverse professional development opportunities
• Convenient location near Westfield, with gym/pool access, discounted memberships and onsite café
• Architecturally designed office, free parking and community library
• 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

As the Social Policy and Planning Lead – Affordable Housing, you will lead strategic social planning initiatives that address complex community challenges, with a strong focus on affordable housing and homelessness.

This role has broad scope across policy development, advocacy, community education and project delivery, including supporting affordable housing outcomes through Council land initiatives and partnerships with registered housing agencies.

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

What You’ll Deliver

• Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of social policies, strategies and action plans, with a focus on affordable housing and homelessness
• Manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects, ensuring alignment with Council priorities and measurable outcomes
• Provide expert policy and planning advice, including data analysis, social impact assessments and evidence-based recommendations
• Drive cross-organisational collaboration and embed social planning approaches across departments
• Lead advocacy, submissions and briefings to influence policy and investment outcomes
• Support and facilitate affordable housing delivery initiatives, including partnerships and Council-led opportunities
• Deliver community education and engagement activities to raise awareness and strengthen outcomes
• 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 (highly desirable)
• 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.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and shaping inclusive, sustainable communities, 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

Applications close 11:55pm, Thursday 28 May 2026

For enquiries, contact:
Rhiannan Dickson - Acting Team Leader Health and Social Policy.
📞97055524 | ✉ Rdickson@casey.vic.gov.au

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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