Permanent
Full-Time opportunity
Level 6
Salary from $96,907 – $104,742 per annum plus
superannuation
About the
Role
Are you a
strategic thinker who enjoys turning research, evidence and
community insights into meaningful action?
The City of
Wanneroo is seeking a motivated and adaptable professional to
join our Community Development Team.
This is an exciting
prospect to contribute to strategic community outcomes
through policy development, research and analysis, stakeholder
engagement, project management, and the development of
long-term plans and initiatives.
Working within the
Community Planning Sub-Team, you will lead and support projects
that respond to current and emerging community needs, inform
organisational decision-making, and strengthen outcomes for our
growing and diverse community.
You will work across the
organisation and with external stakeholders to develop
evidence-based strategies, plans and policy responses that
deliver lasting community benefit.
A key focus
of this role is strengthening the City's understanding,
measurement and communication of social impact.
You will help
implement evaluation frameworks, outcome measures and reporting
approaches that demonstrate the value of community investment
and inform future priorities.
Through research, analysis and
impact evaluation, you will build the evidence base needed to
support decision-making, drive continuous improvement, and
clearly demonstrate community outcomes to both internal and
external stakeholders.
Examples of
the work you may contribute to include the City's wellbeing
advocacy agenda, Disability Access and Inclusion Plan, regional
homelessness initiatives, Reconciliation Action Plan and other
strategic community priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the
development, implementation and evaluation of community
strategies, plans, policies and frameworks.
Undertake research,
analysis and community needs assessments to identify emerging
trends, issues and opportunities.
Develop
and implement approaches to measure, evaluate and communicate
the social impact of community initiatives and
investments.
Provide
strategic advice and evidence-based recommendations that
support organisational planning, decision-making and
advocacy.
Manage
complex projects, including stakeholder engagement,
implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
Prepare
high-quality reports, briefing papers, policy documents and
strategic plans.
Build
and maintain productive partnerships with government agencies,
service providers, community organisations and other
stakeholders.
Facilitate and
participate in stakeholder networks, advisory groups and
collaborative partnerships.
About
You
You are a




strategic and adaptable professional who enjoys tackling complex
community issues and turning evidence into action.
You bring strong
research, analysis and problem-solving skills, with the ability to
develop practical responses that deliver meaningful community
outcomes.
You are
confident providing advice, influencing decision-making and
building productive relationships with a diverse range of
stakeholders.
Whether developing policy, leading projects or
shaping strategic plans, you can balance big-picture thinking with
practical implementation.
Most
importantly, you are curious, proactive and comfortable working in
a changing environment.
You thrive on identifying opportunities,
measuring impact and using evidence to improve outcomes for the
community.
To be
considered further, please submit a resume and cover letter (of no
more than two pages) addressing the following:
Qualification community
development, social planning, public policy, social sciences or
a related discipline.
Developing and
implementing community strategies, plans, policies or
frameworks.
Research, analysis and
community needs assessment, including the interpretation of
quantitative and qualitative data.
Monitoring, evaluation
and/or social impact measurement, including the ability to
communicate outcomes and inform future
decision-making.
Providing strategic
advice and evidence-based recommendations to support planning,
decision-making and advocacy.
Managing
complex projects, including stakeholder engagement,
implementation and evaluation.
Building
and maintaining effective partnerships with government
agencies, community organisations and other key
stakeholders.
Identifying emerging
issues, trends and opportunities and developing proactive
responses to improve community outcomes.
Preparing high-quality
reports, briefing papers, policy documents and strategic
plans.
Demonstrated
organisational, communication and relationship management
skills, including the ability to work independently and manage
competing priorities.
So...
why join the City of Wanneroo?
More
Time Off
5 weeks
annual leave (pro-rata)
2 paid
Wellness Days and 1 paid Volunteer Day per year
12 weeks
paid parental leave
Access
to additional leave types: Reproductive Health,
Cultural/Ceremonial, Family Responsibility and Family &
Domestic Violence Leave
Ability
to purchase or cash out leave,



depending on your
needs
Genuine
Flexibility
Choose
between a 9 day fortnight, 19 day month or flexi time
arrangement
Start
and finish times can be adjusted within a 7am–7pm
span depending on your preferences and team
needs
Hybrid
work and TOIL may be available depending on the service
area
Stability with
Mobility
Long
Service Leave is portable across WA local
governments
Permanent roles, strong
internal mobility, and sector-wide credibility
A
comprehensive development program with internal capability
frameworks and access to funded external courses, workshops,
and study leave
Perks
& Support
Up to
15% superannuation with matching
Free
on-site parking
Thoughtfully designed
workspaces with sit-stand desks
Modern
end-of-trip facilities including showers, lockers, and secure
bike storage
Access
to salary packaging and novated leasing options
50% off
membership to our award-winning gym and leisure centre,
Aquamotion
An
active social club with regular events
Work
Local
With 56% of
our workforce living locally, working at the City of Wanneroo
isn't just about cutting your commute.
This role is a genuine
opportunity to contribute to the community you call home.
This
is work with real purpose, where you will see the impact of
your efforts every day – in parks, streets and services around
you.
It's a meaningful way to give back and shape the future of
your City.
The City of
Wanneroo is a diverse, community-focused organisation where your
work makes a real impact, not just for our residents, but for the
people you work alongside.
We're proud of our inclusive culture and
the many perspectives that shape it.
We strongly
encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply and
bring their voice to local government.
If you value purpose,
collaboration, and a team that welcomes you for who you are, you'll
feel at home her
Want
to apply?
If this
sounds like your next career move, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply with your resume and a cover letter (max 2
pages) telling us why you're a great fit.
Reference
number: ******
Applications
close: Monday 24 August ****
For further
information regarding the position visit the City of Wanneroo
website or contact Halima Mohamud, Team Leader Community
Planning on ********* or Nyssa Searles on *********
Please
note:
A National
Police Clearance (within 3 months) is required prior to
commencement.
All
employees must declare secondary employment to manage any
potential conflicts of interest and fatigue
risks.
Medical
assessment may be required depending
on the role.
Attachments:
- community development planner PD.pdf

📌 Community Impact, Social Planning & Policy (Community Development Planner) (Western Australia)
🏢 City of Wanneroo
📍 Western Australia