About the role

The Director Community Development provides leadership and strategic direction in relation to planning, economic and community development activities in the Shire of Halls Creek, including the delivery of meaningful social, wellbeing and safety outcomes.

As a member of the Executive team reporting directly to the CEO, this role provides expert advice and works in partnership with the other Departments and teams to deliver high quality services and improved outcomes for the community.

This role will shape and drive programs that strengthen the safety, wellbeing and resilience of the community; create a better place for the community and visitors to live in harmony with the remote character, natural beauty, culture and heritage; and forge strategic and collaborative partnerships with community groups, industry bodies, business, government, funding agencies, and private investors to advance the standing of the Shire and create current opportunities for current and future generations.

Key responsibilities

- Provide strategic leadership and foster the effective management of Community Development functions within the Department

- Drive effective strategic community planning that is consistent with the priorities set out by communities and integrates with other Council priorities and initiatives

- Grow revenue streams to support projects, initiatives and ongoing high-quality services for the shire and communities

- Identify, develop and implement diverse, sustainable, and innovative social job-creating opportunities and projects, in partnership with Shire communities, Federal, State, not-for-profit and aboriginal community controlled sectors

- Ensure strategies, plans and delivery of services maximise the sustainability, social, cultural and environmental benefits for all residents





- Lead and manage key initiatives of importance to the organisation, CEO and/or President and Councillors

- Lead the design and implementation of strategic initiatives which promote economic growth and financial sustainability

- Monitor long-term demographic trends and review service planning and design to satisfy community needs and future demand

- Lead Council's strategic advocacy to government and other external stakeholders on matters related to Community Development and Council priorities

- Actively and effectively participate as a member of the Executive Leadership team to represent a whole-of Council perspective and collaborate with the wider organisation

About you

- Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and policy development in community services, recreation, culture, and facilities

- Experience managing large teams across diverse service areas such as youth, aged care, libraries, recreation, cultural programs, community safety

- Extensive senior leadership experience in local government, not-for-profit, community service organisations and/or community development

- Experience in financial and asset management, including budget preparation, reporting, and grant funding

- Demonstrated experience in community consultation and stakeholder engagement, particularly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, government agencies, and local organisations





- Experience working in Aboriginal communities with an awareness, understanding, and appreciation of Aboriginal culture

- Commitment to Aboriginal employment and local workforce development

- High-level verbal, written, and negotiation skills

- Ability to write successful funding applications, manage projects, and meet reporting requirements

- Extensive skills in procurement and contract management

- Sound understanding of governance, risk management, and legislative compliance

- Tertiary qualification in Community Development, Social Sciences, Human Services, Business/Public Administration, Management or related discipline, or extensive equivalent experience

- Valid driver's licence

- National Police Clearance

- Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) or equivalent clearance

About us

Located in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, the Shire of Halls Creek is one of Australia's iconic outback areas with a unique cultural and heritage environment. The Shire covers 142,908 square kilometres of the Kimberley and is approximately 2,850 kilometres to the north east of Perth and 362 kilometres south of Kununurra. The remote communities of Balgo (Wirrimanu), Billiluna (Mindibungu), Mulan, Ringer Soak (Kundat Djaru), Warmun (Turkey Creek) and Yiyili are an integral part of the Shire with around 3,000 people residing outside of the Halls Creek town site. As one of the biggest employers in the Shire, the goal is to be a great place to work where everyone matters and there are opportunities to grow, with a strong commitment to well-being, health and safety, diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

- Mobile Phone

- Executive Laptop

- Staff Housing

- Vehicle - Personal Use – East Kimberley only (Maximum fuel allowance of $7000 per annum inclusive of GST)

📌 Director Community Development (Halls Creek)
🏢 Shire of Halls Creek
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