Coordinator Community Development & Services

The Shire of Gingin is seeking the skills and talents of a dynamic, experienced person to take on the position of Coordinator Community Development & Services This position would suit someone who can create positive and meaningful connections between the Shire of Gingin and our communities, and be instrumental in their continual development. This role will see you taking a lead role in community engagement with your team in the delivery of services and events, grant funding, and on occasions emergency recovery. 
 

Who We Are

The Shire of Gingin is a vibrant country local government that is proud of its history, its beautiful countryside and coast, and all the wonderful community groups in between who make this region an enviable place to live, work and visit. It is also on the doorstep to the Perth metro area making it the ideal place to enjoy the best of both country and city life.

The needs and aspirations of our growing and diverse population have made the Shire of Gingin an exciting place to further a career in Community Development.

What We're Looking For

• You’re a great relationship-builder and are passionate about community.
• You’re an effective team leader who can manage multiple tasks and ever-changing priorities with strong administration skills.
• You work strategically, show initiative, and think critically to deliver continuous improvement to programs and services.
• You have excellent consultation, negotiation. and facilitation skills, and the ability to engage with a diverse range of people.
   

What We Can Offer You

• A welcoming and supportive team environment, with flexible start and finish times negotiable.
• Salary range of $77,745 - $81,790 (pro-rata) plus superannuation up to 15%.
• Four weeks paid annual leave (pro-rata) with 17.5% leave loading plus 2 additional government holidays per year.
• Professional development opportunities and provision of salary packaging options.
• Attractive working location and free parking.

To Apply

Applicants may view the Position Description on the Employment page of the Shire's website gingin.wa.gov.au.

Written applications may be emailed to ****@gingin.wa.gov.au or submitted via the Shire's website by 4.00pm, Friday 26 April 2024.

A police clearance and medical check will be required later in the process.

Your application should include the following 3 documents:

1. Covering letter outlining your interest in the position.
2. Current CV / Resumé (please ensure referees are current).
3. Response to the Selection Criteria- see page 2 of the Position Description and in a separate document outline your ability to meet each of the requirements of the role (maximum of 3 pages).

Eligibility

1. Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or legal working rights is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions at the Shire of Gingin.
2. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
3. Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.
4. The Shire of Gingin is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The Shire encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities, and genders to apply for this position.
5. All employees and prospective employees of the Shire of Gingin are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.
    

Enquiries

• Genesia Koorasingh, Human Resources – (08) 9575 5***
• Les Crichton, Executive Manager Corporate & Community Services – (08) 9575 5***