Job Task Analysis - Digital & Design

• Manage exciting website projects
• Provide expert advice to the organisation
• Be part of a vibrant and creative team
• 12 month contract
• Attractive remuneration 

The role

We are seeking a solutions-focused technical Project Manager to join our Digital team of specialists. This exciting fast-paced role will:

• Manage the end-to-end website project, from planning and requirements gathering to implementation and launch
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget
• Conduct user research and testing to deliver an exceptional user experience across web and mobile platforms
• Implement best practice web governance processes to maintain high standards of content, functionality and security

This is an outstanding opportunity to showcase your project management expertise and drive significant improvements to our digital presence and community engagement.

About you

We are looking for someone with:

• Graduate or Postgraduate qualification within an Information Technology, business, commerce or communications field.
• Industry certification in Project Management desirable.
• Experience working with multiple internal and external stakeholders, including vendors
• Track record of managing multiple projects concurrently
• Prior experience in developing, designing and managing websites
• Experience in Local Government highly desirable

About us

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

What we can offer

This is a full-time fixed term 12 month position

The City of Kingston is a committed child safe, equal opportunity employer and committed to reconciliation. We value the diversity of lived experience and are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel safe, supported, and connected to perform at their best.

As an employee of the City of Kingston you will be part of an inclusive culture and have access to ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance including:

• flexible / hybrid working arrangements
• wellbeing initiatives
• discounted gym membership
• social club events
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers,
• salary packaging
• study/development assistance
• employee assistance program (EAP)
• discounted health insurance  
• access to an accrued day off every four weeks (available to full time employees only)

How to Apply

Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to being a child safe organisation and to reconciliation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. 

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet every criterion. At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

If you require further information after reviewing the position description please contact Freya Carlson 0420 552 926

To be considered for the role all applications must be submitted via our Careers recruitment portal. No direct emails please.