An exciting opportunity has become available in our Cultural Services branch for a Community Development Officer on a fixed-term part-time basis (approx. 12 months) - 3/4 days per week (approx. 25hrs).

In this role, the successful applicant will work to develop and implement a range of programs, initiatives and events that are responsive to the diverse needs of the Subiaco community across the areas of Safety and Wellbeing, Youth Children and Families, Social Inclusion, Community Events and Positive Ageing.

Additionally, the successful candidate will uphold and consistently demonstrate the City's values of Respect, Integrity, Customer Service and Team Work. 

The key responsibilities of this role:

• Program and Project Management - undertake or assist with the development and facilitation of community development strategies and initiatives relating to portfolio responsibilities.
• Community development and engagement - act as the city’s first point of contact for all matters relating to portfolio responsibilities
• Develop, promote and facilitate community education opportunities.
• Form and maintain strong relationships or partnerships with other City branches, community and stakeholder groups (including government and non-government agencies).

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Appropriate qualifications in community development or a related field or equivalent work experience. 
• Knowledge and experience in coordinating community development programs, initiatives and events. 
• Well-developed project management and organisational skills.
• Highly developed verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written communication and report writing skills.
• Well-developed facilitation and consultation skills, with experience engaging government agencies, industry groups, community organisations and the community, including community members from diverse or marginalise backgrounds. 
• Experience in supervising or working with volunteers.
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
• Working with Children Clearance (current).

What the City of Subiaco can offer you: 

Your health and safety and well-being are our priority. We offer great benefits to help you achieve work-life balance and we're committed to equal opportunity employment.

• Up to five weeks of annual leave
• Rostered days off
• Sustainable travel allowance or a parking permit
• Free membership to Lords Recreation Centre
• Health Insurance Corporate Membership discounts
• Flexible working arrangements
• Superannuation co-contributions
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Social Club
• Novated lease and salary packaging options
• Learning and development options
• Paid study leave and tuition assistance
• Health assessments 

See what other benefits the City can offer you here: https://www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/your-council/who-we-are-en/working-here/benefits

Salary Range: $41.18 to $44.63 per hour plus 11% employer superannuation and additional co-contribution to your superannuation.

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, and treated fairly with respect. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage all applications, as part of a diverse and inclusive workforce. 

To apply:

Please follow the on-screen prompts to complete and submit your application. Provide you current CV and a cover letter telling us how you meet the requirements listed above. In order for your application to be taken into consideration, it must be submitted via the City of Subiaco recruitment platform.

Enquiries to Sarah Herbert - Coordinator Community Development at Sarahh@subiaco.wa.gov.au

If you would like to receive a full PDF copy of the position description, please send your request to recruitment@subiaco.wa.gov.au, referencing this position title.

The estimated closure date is 29 May 2024 but we reserve the right to close the advertisement before this date. 

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.