Community Development Officer (Early Years and Children)

Community Development | Community Services
Location: Rockingham, WA

Permanent
Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)

Are you passionate about creating thriving communities wherechildren and families can flourish?

We're looking for an energetic and strategic CommunityDevelopment Officer to lead initiatives that strengthen the EarlyYears, Children and Families sector and create lasting communityimpact.

What You’ll Do:

- Build Capacity Across the Sector - Empowerorganisations, service providers and community groups throughcollaboration, partnership development and sector-strengtheninginitiatives
- Facilitate Networks & Partnerships - Bringstakeholders together, nurture meaningful relationships andlead networks that drive shared outcomes for children andfamilies
- Deliver Engaging Community Events - Planand coordinate workshops, forums, community events and learningopportunities that connect, inspire and build communityresilience
- Lead Research & Gap Analysis - Identifyemerging needs, service gaps and trends using data, communityinsights and stakeholder engagement to inform localpriorities
- Champion Advocacy Opportunities - Translate evidence into action by supporting advocacy effortsthat improve services, influence policy and strengthen outcomesfor families and children.

What You'll Bring:

- Strong community development and stakeholder engagementskills
- Experience building collaborative partnerships andnetworks
- Excellent facilitation, communication and event managementabilities
- Analytical skills to undertake research, needs assessmentsand gap analysis




- A passion for creating equitable opportunities forchildren, young people and families

Why You Should Apply:

- Always Something Different: Dive into avibrant calendar packed with exciting community events,impactful programs, and innovative projects that keep your workfresh and rewarding.
- Put Your Skills on Display : Use yourexpertise to lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation ofearly years and children initiatives, turning great ideas intostandout community programs and events.
- People Person : Build robust partnershipsand become a trusted go-to for students, community groups, andkey stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and strongcollaboration.
- Team Player with Drive: Be a keycontributor to a positive, inclusive team culture, stepping upwhere needed to keep things running seamlessly.
- Master Multi-Tasker: Bring your excellenttime management and multitasking skills to stay adaptable,focused, and calm in a fast-moving environment.
- Create Real Impact: Prepare fundingsubmissions, monitor budgets, and communicate social outcomesthrough reports and bulletins.
- Grow With Us: Join a supportive,forward-thinking team that genuinely values your professionaldevelopment and invests in your growth.

What We Are Offering:





- A gross annual salary of $94,367 perannum
- Option to work a 19-day month or a 9-day fortnight
- Two additional paid days of leave per annum
- 12% superannuation with the opportunity to co-contribute upto a matching 5%
- A variety of health and wellbeing programmes including aphysical health reimbursement subsidy payment of up to $200 perannum, free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mentalhealth programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)services
- Training and development opportunities including paid studyleave and study fees
- Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles

There is no separate application instructions section here to remove.

We are an equal opportunity employer

The City of Rockingham encourages applicants from a diverserange of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people livingwith disability and people who speak a first language other thanEnglish.

This process may be used to fill future similar permanent orfixed-term positions that may become available in the City duringthe next 12 months.

If you identify as a person with disability and requireadjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process pleasecontact the Recruitment Team via email at orphone . We’re happy to discuss options to assist youe.g. we can provide alternate formats for application forms, oralternative methods of applying.

The City of Rockingham encourages applicants from a diverserange of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people livingwith disability and people who speak a first language other thanEnglish.

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📌 Community Development Officer (Early Years and Children) (City of Rockingham)
🏢 City Of Rockingham Wa
📍 City of Rockingham