Help shape what's next for communities

Permanent Full Time Opportunity (Part Time applications will be considered) Salary Range - $109,753 - $114,399 plus superannuation (depending on skills and experience)

The Role

Some people see challenges. You see possibilities.

This is not a traditional project role. It is an opportunity for someone who can build trusted relationships, engage meaningfully and turn emerging opportunities into practical projects that make a difference. The role will:

- Identify emerging community opportunities, challenges and priorities

- Develop and deliver innovative community projects from concept to completion

- Build partnerships that leverage knowledge, resources and shared commitment

- Explore new approaches, technologies, funding opportunities and leading practices

- Support community-led initiatives through connection, knowledge sharing and capacity building

- Measure impact and translate insights into clear advice, reports and recommendations.

About You

You understand communities, connect easily with people and have the confidence to turn fresh thinking into meaningful action. You are energised by complex challenges and motivated by the opportunity to create positive, lasting outcomes.

You will bring:

- A track record of turning innovative ideas into practical initiatives across community development, sustainability, climate change, energy, circular economy or environmental management.

- The ability to build trust, form strong partnerships and bring diverse perspectives together.

- A talent for making complex issues clear, relevant and compelling.

- Curiosity, strategic thinking and the confidence to explore recent approaches.

- A strong understanding of equity, inclusion and climate resilience.

- A relevant degree or associate diploma, or an equivalent combination of specialised skills and demonstrated experience.





Most importantly, we are interested in your ability to connect people, think differently and deliver results.

For more information on this position, please refer to the Position Profile available once you click ‘Apply’ and are redirected to our recruitment system.

About Us

Your success is reflected in ours. We are committed to being a place people choose to work, with a passionate focus on our customers and delivering quality services. As a values-based organisation, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where the backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people help us build strong connections with our community, innovate and make better decisions.

The City of Mitcham is embracing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies to transform the way we work and serve our community. We are seeking people who are curious, adaptable and open to new ways of working.

At the City of Mitcham, we offer:

- A positive safety culture environment where identification of workplace hazards is encouraged and rewarded.

- Learning and development opportunities to help you grow.

- Employee Assistance programs are available to all employees and their families.

- Employee well-being programs.

- Paid parental leave and other flexible work options.

To Apply

Please click on the appropriate link and provide a Resume and a Cover Letter. In your cover letter, please tell us about an innovative idea you helped bring to life and how you built strong relationships to achieve a positive outcome.

For a confidential discussion please contact Chandler Giles, Manager Strategic Projects and Program ******@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au or 0400 787 ***.

Applications close Sunday 18 October 11:59pm

Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, People with Disability and People from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

📌 Strategic Project Officer - Community (Torrens Park)
🏢 City of Mitcham
📍 Torrens Park