About the role

Yarra Ranges Council has an opportunity for a Healthy Ageing Officer to join our team, enhancing the health and wellbeing of our older residents. This role plays a vital part in developing and implementing priority actions under the Council Plan, Health and Wellbeing Strategy, and Key Life Stages Plan to build inclusive, age-friendly environment where older people feel valued, respected, included and celebrated.

This is a permanent full-time (38 hours per week) position with a salary range between $98,432 and $107,292 per annum.

As a Healthy Ageing Officer, you will:

Support the development and implementation of strategies, policies, plans, and projects to improve health and wellbeing outcomes for older people.

Collaborate with various Council departments, health sector partners, organisations, and communities to promote the health and wellbeing of older residents.

Foster strong partnerships using an asset-based community development approach with key stakeholders to support older people in remaining active, independent, and engaged in the community.

Strengthen the Council Plan objective of creating an age-friendly Yarra Ranges where older people feel valued, respected, and included, celebrating their contributions to the community.

Participate in Business Continuity and Emergency Management activities during times of crisis.

Experience and skills we’re looking for

Proven experience in developing and implementing health and wellbeing initiatives for older adults.

Strong knowledge of strategies and practices that promote healthy and active ageing.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Experience in project management and policy development.

Ability to foster meaningful consultation and engagement with older residents on issues affecting them.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Commitment to promoting the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children, including Indigenous children, children with disabilities, and children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you have some but not all these skills or experience, we still encourage you to apply. Especially if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn.

Benefits of working with us

Support work-life balance with your choice of monthly or fortnightly rostered day off and hybrid working arrangements.

20 weeks paid primary caregiver leave (6 weeks for secondary caregivers) plus other generous leave options such as volunteer leave, family planning, study assistance and menstrual and menopause leave.

Opportunities for professional development and to take on temporary roles in other teams to grow your skills and experience.

Novated lease vehicle options.

How to apply

Please ensure you submit your application via our jobs portal by clicking ‘Apply’. Include a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, tell us about your experience, skills, and why you would like to work with us here at Yarra Ranges Council.

Applications close 11.59pm, Sunday 5th October 2025.

Contact person: Simone Marais, Executive Officer Healthy & Active Ageing, 03 9294 6238.

If you need support with your application or have accessibility needs, please call the contact person above or email us at [email protected].

Applicants who progress past the interview stage must complete pre-employment checks. These checks will include a Police Check and Working with Children Check.

About Yarra Ranges Council

Yarra Ranges Council committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for jobs with us. We support flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options to meet your needs and suit your life.

Yarra Ranges Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our community. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.