- Permanent, Full Time
- Options for Rostered Days Off
- Convenient Preston location, close to public transport
- Permanent, Full Time
- Band 6 - Salary commencing at $99,917 per annum (plus superannuation)
- Options for Rostered Days Off
- Convenient Preston location, close to public transport
- Lead and deliver initiatives that improve access and inclusion outcomes for people with disability across Darebin.
Are you passionate about creating a more accessible and inclusive community for people with disability?
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Inclusion Officer to lead the development and implementation of the Disability Action Plan, deliver access and inclusion programs and partnerships, and drive strategic and organisational change to enhance access, inclusion, and participation for people with disability.
About the role:
The Inclusion Officer – Disability will apply specialist knowledge of disability rights, accessibility, and inclusive practice. The role will encompass leading strategic plans and organisational change, program delivery and evaluation, stakeholder engagement, and providing expert advice to support equitable outcomes for people with disability.
You will also:
- Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of Council’s Disability Action Plan.
- Engage and collaborate with community members, groups and stakeholders to inform and co-design of Council’s Access & Inclusion priorities.
- Develop accessible information, resources and tools that support community to access and engage with council services.
- Design and deliver disability access and inclusion programs and events to reduce barriers for people with a disability.
- Prepare reports on disability program outcomes, action plan progress and access improvement activities
- Provide specialist disability access and inclusion advice to service units, supporting the integration of access principles into Council programs and services.
About you:
We are looking for:
- Experience in local government access and inclusion or disability sector.
- Demonstrated experience in disability access and inclusion program delivery and advocacy.
- Sound knowledge of disability rights, access principals and relevant Victorian and Commonwealth legislation.
- Ability to develop, implement and report on disability action plans or access improvement programs.
- Effective community engagement skills with the ability to work respectfully with people with disability and disability advocacy organisations.
Why Darebin?
Darebin City Council is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We proudly serve one of the most diverse communities in Victoria, and we know that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.
We offer:
- A supportive team environment
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- A workplace that values collaboration, integrity, respect and creativity
- The chance to make a real difference
We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We proudly serve one of the most diverse communities in Victoria, and we know that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes. We encourage people with diverse identities and lived experiences to apply, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQA+ people and culturally and linguistically diverse people.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application including a Resume and Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description.
Applications close on Sunday 16 August 2026 at 11pm.
For a confidential discussion about the role and the opportunity, contact Cassie Zurek, Acting Coordinator Equity, Inclusion and Wellbeing on 8470 8463.
Pre-employment Checks
Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.
To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.
