Project Officer - Development Contributions

Job Description Salary $96k to $104k per annum + 12% Superannuation Full Time Based at our Civic Centre in Nunawading At Whitehorse City Council, community is at the heart of everything we do. To stay ahead of and best respond to the evolving changes and needs of the community, the organisation is undertaking an exciting journey that will transform ways of working and will empower employees to be innovative and constantly striving towards providing excellent customer experience at all times. The five pillars of our transformation focus on: Excellent Customer Experience and Service Delivery Great Organisational Culture Innovation and Continuous Improvement Good Governance and Integrity Long Term Financial Sustainability The role:The Project Officer will administer Council’s Development Contributions program. This role will be primarily responsible for the daily administration, management and reporting of the Whitehorse Development Contributions Plan (DCP). The role will maintain Development Contributions records, inform strategic and financial planning, and coordinate the preparation of infrastructure agreements to ensure all development contributions processes are in line with Council’s internal policies and procedures. The role will also undertake other relevant projects with an emphasis on Strategic Planning.This role will provide exceptional customer service and be able to liaise and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders including developers, private Building Surveyors, residents, landowners, consultants, contractors, applicants, State agencies and other stakeholders as relevant to the position.The Project Officer reports through the City Planning and Development Department via the Coordinator Strategic Planning and will work collaboratively with relevant internal teams including Finance and Capital Works.About you:To be considered for this position you will have: Degree or diploma in a relevant field pertaining to development contributions. This may include accounting, engineering and town planning or other relevant discipline. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of DCPs (or similar) including, day to day operations and processes (such as recording and managing data), the interface with large corporate and finance asset management systems, and regular and annual reporting requirements of DCPs. Familiarity with the development process, including the statutory planning and building permit application processes. Well-developed verbal and written communication and presenting skills and proven negotiation, analytical, investigative, and customer service skills, including an ability to gain cooperation from a range of internal and external stakeholders and to work co-operatively to achieve position objectives. Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organise and manage own time and successfully coordinate and complete tasks within deadlines despite conflicting pressures In return, we will offer:The ability to make a difference - Working at Whitehorse City Council you contribute to making a real difference in the lives of the community and those that live, learn, work or visit Whitehorse. Every day you really will see how the work you're involved in benefits the diverse community.Great working conditions – a professional environment, friendly and supportive teams and a flexibility program that promotes employee work life balance.An extensive Health and Wellbeing offering – Employee assistance program, private health insurance benefits, health checks (skin, hearing and vaccinations), discounted gym membership and facilities (e.g. Theatre, Arts, Leisure) and an active health and wellness program (e.g. stretching, healthy eating demonstrations and health challenges.Career opportunities – engaging work and the opportunity to apply your skills and experience.Transformation - We are in a time of transformation to stay ahead of the evolving changes and needs of our community. Together, we are on an exciting journey to empower all of our employees to be innovative, and constantly strive towards continuous improvement.Reward & Recognition - extensive reward and recognition program, corporate learning offerings, study assistance and comprehensive leadership development programs.Further Information:Further information is available from Allison Egan on 9262 6479. To apply, please submit a copy of your resume (max 5 pages) and one page statement addressing the selection criteria and what you would bring to the role by 25 November 2025.Come and join the transformation! Download the Position Description: Project Officer Development Contributions City of Whitehorse is a culturally and linguistically diverse community. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of our community. We are committed to upholding a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace that values the contribution of all. Whitehorse City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation. We recognise our responsibilities to keep children and young people safe from harm and have established policies, procedures and training to achieve these commitments. About UsThe City of Whitehorse, located 15 kilometres east of the Melbourne CBD, is a culturally diverse community of almost 177,000 people. Whitehorse includes the suburbs of Box Hill, Burwood, Nunawading, Blackburn, Mitcham, Forest Hill and Vermont and is characterised by quiet tree-lined residential streets, an abundance of parks, gardens and natural bushland reserves, bustling shopping centres and a diverse range of arts, cultural, sports and leisure facilities.Whitehorse City Council provides more than 100 services and facilities across a range of areas within our community services, city development, infrastructure, corporate services and transformation directorates. Whitehorse is one of Melbourne’s largest metropolitan councils with a workforce of approximately 1300 employees and aspires to foster an inclusive, vibrant, prosperous and sustainable community. Our employees help us achieve these goals!At Whitehorse, employee health, wellbeing and development are paramount, and we aim for everyone to become the best they can be in the workplace. Benefits of working with us include: A welcoming and supportive working environment Great opportunities for training and to build a long-term career within Whitehorse or the local government sector. Extensive employee health and wellbeing programs including flexible working arrangements Salary sacrifice options for gym / swim memberships, childcare and superannuation; and access to novated vehicle leases. Competitive terms and conditions of employment Ample onsite parking at most facilities with ready access to public transport #S-DNI