Principal Disaster Program Officer

Overview

Join City of Moreton Bay as a Principal Disaster Program Officer, helping shape and enhance our communities for today and tomorrow.

Base pay range

A$110,000.00/yr - A$150,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Review and develop disaster recovery policies and strategies to align with sector best practices and actively promote Council’s leadership in the field.
• Work with the Principal Disaster Management & Engagement Officer to integrate community engagement and capacity-building activities into resilience-building programs.
• Raise awareness and assist local government partners in prioritising critical objectives outlined in the Recovery Sub Plan.
• Develop and sustain the Council’s recovery capability.
• Provide analysis and expert advice to Moreton Bay Local Disaster Management and Recovery Groups.
• Manage the budget within the delegations of this position.
• Fulfil duties in the Moreton Recovery Group and On Call arrangements, as required.

About you / Qualifications

• Experience leading a small team and delivering disaster recovery programs with a resilience-building and community development approach.
• Excellent people and relationship management skills to work with stakeholders from all levels of government, non-government organisations, support services and residents.
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills to empower disaster preparedness.
• Experience building productive relationships with statutory authorities, government agencies and community entities.
• Detailed knowledge of the Queensland Disaster Management Arrangements (QDMA) and other relevant statutory requirements.
• Ability to work under pressure, including engaging community members exposed to trauma and direct impacts of disaster.

Why City of Moreton Bay?

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council. This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

Benefits

• Nine-day (72.5-hour) fortnight with hybrid, flexible working environment and some work-from-home days.
• Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS) to advance your skills and career.
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and Fitness Passport Program.
• 24/7 confidential counselling service and Mates in Construction program.
• Local parking on site at Strathpine and easy commute via public transport.

How to apply

Click on the 'Apply Now' button to complete your online application. Upload a current resume showing how you meet the requirements for this role. A cover letter is optional.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.

For details, contact our Careers team at [email protected].

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Note: City of Moreton Bay acknowledges the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal peoples and pays respects to Traditional Custodians. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all backgrounds.