Address- Full-Time Permanent
- Salary from $96,626 - $102,676 per annum plus superannuation
About The Role
The role leads a team of five Community Development professionals with a focus on Youth and Children, who formulate and implement community strategies, policies, procedures and capacity building initiatives for young people. These practices aim to strengthen outcomes for young people and drive positive change.
This role is responsible for:
- Leading the performance and development of staff
- Actively developing and contributing to a cohesive team environment
- Leading the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic Community Development initiatives aligning to the City's objectives
- Monitoring and understanding strategic Community Development needs, trends and policy positioning.
- Leading and developing relationships with government agencies, industry bodies, community leaders, other key stakeholders.
- Leading the preparation reports and other papers tailored to the needs of the target audience.
- Advocating for the needs of the local community and the City to relevant stakeholders and government departments.
- Leading the development of sustainable relationships and partnerships.
- Provide advice regarding opportunities and issues in relation to community needs and trends, partnerships, diversity, inclusion including emerging issues and advocacy opportunities.
- Continuous improvement of processes and initiatives
This is a busy and challenging role, requiring strong drive, commitment and passion to achieving great outcomes for our community.
About You
You will be an adaptable and collaborative Community Development leader, who has experience in policy writing, social planning, research and project management.
The role will utilise your skills in people development, strategic youth and childhood development, change management, community capacity building, policy development, relationship building, project management, and advocacy to deliver social outcomes for our community.
We are seeking someone who is innovative with excellent relationship building skills and an ability to consider broader City or community impacts of any work being undertaken and good problem solving and analytical skills. They must also thrive working in a very busy and change driven organisation.
To be considered further, demonstrate through your resume, cover letter and selection criteria that you meet the following capabilities:
Essential
- Experience in a Team Leader, operational leader or similar role.
- Experience coaching, motivating and developing teams.
- Planning and facilitating community initiatives and projects.
- Experience in undertaking, and reporting clearly on social research within youth or community context.
- Experience in the monitoring and evaluation of actions, plans and initiatives.
About the City of Wanneroo
The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.
We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!
Why work for the City of Wanneroo?
The City offers a range of employment benefits including;
- Generous matching of superannuation contributions up to a combined total of 15%.
- Five weeks annual leave.
- A work-life balance program providing flexible work practices (subject to operational requirements).
- Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave.
- Purchase leave (subject to operational requirements).
- Professional development opportunities.
- An inclusive, welcoming office environment; and
- An opportunity to reduce your commute and work in a goal-driven professional team closer to home.
Interested?
If this position sounds like you - and you're keen to spend less time commuting and more time doing the things you're passionate about - then click on the link below. We look forward to receiving your application.
To apply, please address the above criteria in a cover letter no longer than two pages, as well as a current resume.
Reference Number: 19286
Close date: Sunday 26 May 2024 (10:00pm AWST)
Team Leader Childhood and Youth Planning - Position Description - April 2019.PDF
For further information regarding the position visit the City of Wanneroo website or contact Melinda Dickson, Coordinator Childhood & Youth Services on 9405 5610.
*** Previous applicants do not need to reapply ***
Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.
All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.
To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 6 months.
