Position No: F61150
Salary: $81,421 per annum
Permanent, Full-time
RDO arrangement negotiable

Applications Close: Monday 3 September 2018 at noon
Contact: Gillian Damonze on 8470 8339

To support the continued growth of the local National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) market, we are seeking a passionate Business Development Lead to leverage off the strengths of current services, and identify new opportunities, for Council and local business to participate in the scheme.

The NDIS Business Development Lead will maintain current knowledge of NDIS requirements and provide advice and education to Council staff and local business in relation to the NDIS, to achieve greater engagement with, and inclusion of, NDIS participants and people with disability.

The role will also support the implementation of the Darebin Disability Access and Inclusion Plan to promote and embed concepts of access and inclusion; increasing the availability of a range of inclusive services and opportunities, to support people living with a disability in Darebin to exercise greater choice and control.

The successful applicant will enjoy working collaboratively, demonstrate sound communication skills and team work, and be responsible for providing excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

The successful applicant will possess:
• Tertiary qualifications in business, health, disability or related area, with demonstrable experience in business are essential or lesser formal qualifications with substantial relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
• Experience in business development, including a proven track-record of influencing change
• Well-developed communication and engagement skills that foster a workplace culture of high professional standards and conduct

If you think you will enjoy the challenges and opportunities this role has to offer, we encourage you to apply.

Apply online at www.darebin.vic.gov.au or forward hard copy applications to: Manager People and Development, Darebin City Council, PO Box 91, PRESTON VIC 3072.

Applications that do not address the Key Selection Criteria as detailed in the position description will not be considered. Darebin City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organisation, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.