Community Development Officer – Programs & Activities
Requisition Number:
****
Salary Range:
$87,****** - $100,****** per annum
Position Type:
Full-Time Maximum Term to 27 August ****
Location:
Council Chambers, ******* Spence Street, Cairns
Application Close Date:
Sunday, 27 September **** at *****pm AEST
Make a real impact in our community by leading initiatives that strengthen wellbeing, connection and resilience across the Cairns region.
What we're looking for
Relevant experience in community development in a similar role.
Current Drivers Licence with the ability to independently drive between business locations to meet operational needs.
Current Blue Card (Queensland's Working with Children Check) or ability or obtain. (No Card No Start).
Community development experience and the ability to work within strategic community development frameworks.
Experience in producing and managing a diverse range of successful community programs, events and activities.
Demonstrated ability to undertake best-practice community engagement and initiate and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders across the community.
Demonstrated planning, project management and organisational skills, including the ability to set priorities, schedule and meet deadlines.
Sound research and report writing skills and demonstrated ability to develop evidence-based reports and strategic documents.
Demonstrated understanding of the principles of resilience, quality of life and community wellbeing and factors that impact them.
Experience in successful grant writing and administration.
What you'll be doing
Develop and deliver community wellbeing programs, initiatives and events. This may involve management of contractors, budget planning,



working within agreed timelines and problem solving at an operational level.
Establish and maintain effective networks and strategic partnerships with relevant Government, non-Government, community and industry stakeholders.
Undertake best-practice community engagement across a diverse range of communities, organisations, geographical locations, and groups, including facilitation of workshops, forums and committees.
Assist to develop processes to measure, monitor and evaluate programs, plans and strategies relating to indicators of wellbeing, quality of life, and resilience.
Provide consistent excellent customer service and actively work to solve customer problems in a timely and efficient manner.
Ensure all corporate information is captured within Council's business systems adhering to recordkeeping policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with Council's Policies and Admin Instructions.
Other tasks and duties considered reasonable as directed by management. This can involve working to deliver programs and outcomes for across a diverse range of communities and groups
Some perks we offer:
Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
Up to 3 weeks personal leave
Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
Salary sacrifice opportunities
We are committed to:
Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support
Council's Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
Phone:
**************
Email:
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Website:
Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council
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📌 Community Development Officer – Programs & Activities (Queensland)
🏢 Cairns Regional Council
📍 Queensland