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Life Saving Victoria is Victoria's peak water safety and lifesaving organisation built on the proud traditions and programs of our founding organisations, the Royal Life Saving Society – Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia. Today LSV is a multifaceted volunteer-based community organisation with a focus on public safety and community wellbeing.
Our volunteers, members, employees and partners work together with communities, educational institutions, government agencies, businesses and the broader aquatic industry, to Save lives and empower communities to safely enjoy water.
We’re thrilled to offer a unique part-time opportunity for a Project Manager – Culture & Wellbeing to join our Shared Services team. This role, based at our Port Melbourne Head State Office, reports directly to the Senior Manager of People & Culture. As the Project Manager, you will lead the Diversity and Inclusion Project, an initiative dedicated to fostering positive behaviours and enhancing interactions among our staff, members, and volunteers.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for implementing a targeted training program and developing resources to promote psychological safety and encourage positive behaviours that support our ongoing transformation. As the lead specialist, you will oversee the project from start to finish, ensuring all objectives and success criteria are met while collaborating with key stakeholders throughout the process.
Your key responsibilities will include:
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Responsible for delivering the Project aimed at transforming LSV's culture and wellbeing through education, support, and resources that encourage respectful interactions, enhancing overall wellbeing, improving relationships, and productivity for staff, members and volunteers.
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Introduction of a targeted training program delivered through our partner network designed to promote and foster a culture of psychological safety and maintain positive behaviour change.
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Ensure the Project is effectively initiated, coordinated, and managed to deliver its objectives and goals, including providing regular updates on communications and progress actions to the Steering Committee and Project Team.
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Coordinate and participate in reference groups, surveys and other forums to support the data collection, analysis and disseminate information.
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Actively collaborate and consult with internal and external stakeholders through the project in a meaningful way and ensure individuals are provided with opportunities to contribute to the project.
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Support the review and development of relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and resources for the implementation and sustainability of the project.
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Act as a key contact point for all matters relating to the project. Develop and maintain appropriate project documentation, including meeting minutes, actions, and progress reports.
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Support the Research & Health Promotion Team to scope the development of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and engaging with key internal and external stakeholders.
You will be a passionate advocate for a positive work culture and wellbeing, with experience in driving change and fostering inclusive environments. You thrive in managing projects from start to finish, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to create meaningful, long-lasting impact. With strong communication and leadership skills, you’re committed to promoting respect, psychological safety, and positive behaviour across teams, ensuring everyone feels valued and supported.
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A tertiary qualification in social sciences, human resources, project management or related discipline.
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5+ experience in social planning or impact, people and culture, community development or a related field developing and implementing a range of learning and diversity campaigns, events and programs.
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Ability to educate and advocate on disadvantage and other diversity and access issues with strong communication and collaboration skills.
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Demonstrated ability to support teams to meet objectives with minimal supervision and in a multi-task environment.
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Must have or be able to obtain an employee Working with Children Check
At Life Saving Victoria, we offer a supportive and inclusive environment where your work can make a real impact on communities. You'll enjoy professional development opportunities, a flexible work environment, impressive employee benefits, great office amenities and facilities and the chance to contribute to a meaningful cause that saves lives and empowers communities.
LSV is always looking for enthusiastic, community minded individuals. If this opportunity sounds like you, please click on "Apply Now" to complete your application and upload your resume and a cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for this position.
Research shows us that women won’t always apply for a role if they don’t tick all the boxes. If you fall into that category, we would love to hear from you! We can access your ability and even if you aren’t ready now, you might just be at out next intake.
LSV is an equal opportunity employer and a place who welcomes all. We encourage people with diverse experiences and backgrounds to apply. We are committed to fostering a workplace environment which is inclusive, safe, and flexible. All applicants will be considered based on the relevance of their abilities to the role and their alignment with our LSV Values.
LSV is committed to providing a welcoming environment where the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our programs, services, activities, events, and the broader community, will always be our first priority. All staff must hold (or be able to obtain) a current Victorian Working with Children Check as part of their employment with us.
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Louise Dunne on , quoting Ref No. 1217960.