Community Capacity Officer

Who we are:

Located on Kaurna Country, the City of Salisbury is a large and dynamic local government entity encompassing an area of 158km2 just 30mins from the Adelaide CBD. We are a customer-focused organisation, providing essential services to residents and visitors, in a dynamic and flexible working environment.

We are a progressive, sustainable and connected community, where we celebrate diversity and people are valued, feel safe, included, connected and have a sense of belonging.

We live our values of Respect, Accountability, Collaboration and Helpfulness.

The role:

As the Community Capacity Officer, you will work across all seven City of Salisbury Community Centres / Hubs supporting a diverse, experienced team of community development staff to deliver innovative and sustainable neighbourhood development initiatives across the community. Central to this role is the continued implementation and coordination of the day-to-day aspects and interface of the Room Booking system across our neighbourhood facilities to ensure an exceptional customer experience. You will also assist in the day-to-day operations and coordination of the City of Salisbury Community Centres and Hubs to ensure that effective use is made of the neighbourhood facilities

This position within the Neighbourhood Development team will also play an important role in the delivery of strategic initiatives aligned with Council’s community development agendas particularly around wellbeing and neighbourhood development.

The position offers flexible work conditions, the ability to work across multiple locations with the City of Salisbury and may require out-of-hours work. 

Specialist Skills, experience and required Knowledge:

• Demonstrated experience in working within a community development and / or community sector role
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to apply strengths-based community development principles
• Experience in working collaboratively to build relationships and partnerships to develop and deliver initiatives that deliver community outcomes
• Proficiency in a range of information systems and technologies
• Current Driver’s Licence and Working with Children Check

Who you are:

• Have a passion for all things community
• An ability to see community’s strengths
• A collaborative spirit, who contributes to a positive workplace culture
• Capable and enthusiastic for learning and generating innovation
• A people person with great communication and negotiation skills

What’s in it for you?

A role that has a strong purpose and where you can make a real impact. An opportunity to develop your skills and career working within a hard-working, dedicated and experienced team, making a difference with the community, delivering on an exceptional customer experience.

Further information is available by accessing the Position Description.

Specific enquiries about this role should be directed – Jane Laws, Team Leader Neighbourhood Development *****@salisbury.sa.gov.au 

Applications close on 30 January 2024