Address- Job type: Part Time
- Package: $78,294.98 to $83,473.75 (pro rata)
About the role
A typical week in the Shire of Murray Community Development team could look like this:
- Delivery of innovative Community Development initiatives.
- Developing programs to enhance and activate community spaces.
- Working with community groups to build their capacity and assisting them to achieve their goals.
- Identifying funding opportunities to deliver strategic outcomes.
- Promoting events and activities to a broad audience to increase participation.
- Networking with not-for-profit organisations and service providers to build relationships to increase services in the Shire of Murray.
About you
We’re looking for a Community Development allrounder, someone keen to innovate and play a fundamental role in improving the quality of life for our residents. We want to be an outstanding place for community, lifestyle and opportunity and we’d love to speak to you if you’d like to contribute to that vision.
You’ll be a motivated and dynamic strategic thinker with a ‘can do’ attitude who is passionate about working with, and improving outcomes for our community.
The position on offer is a part-time role, working 38 hours per fortnight. An EBA Level 6 salary of $78,294.98 to $83,473.75 per annum (pro rata) dependent upon skills and experience.
Skills and Experience
The successful applicant will ideally have tertiary qualifications in Community Development or a related field and/or substantial demonstrated experience in a similar role.
Skills in communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution are essential, and experience in writing and managing successful grant submissions are highly regarded.
A demonstrated ability to manage and prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment and the ability to work positively within a small team environment, with a focus on a “can-do” and supportive approach.
How to Apply
Click here/Profiles/murray/Assets/ClientData/Documents/Employment/Application_Package_-_Community_Development_Officer_-_January_2024,pdf to obtain an Application Package and apply as per the instructions outlined. Applications should include a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, a written application addressing the Work-Related Requirements and a current resume.
For further information about the role, please contact the Human Resources Officer on 08 9531 7***.
Applications will close once a suitable candidate is found.
Dean Unsworth
Chief Executive Officer
The Shire of Murray is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse cultures and all age groups.
