Team Leader Community Development and Reconciliation

Lead a dynamic team to foster positive relationships, partnerships and community connections that strengthen community capacity and community led initiatives. Shape councils community development best practice and focus of becoming a community capacity building organisation.

About the Position

Reporting to the Manager Community Capacity, the Team Leader Community Development and Reconciliation is responsible for the management and leadership of the Community Development and Reconciliation Team and its efficient operation. The role involves the effective delivery of community development programs and projects including community connections, community facilities coordination, Neporendi Aboriginal Community Centre, cultural diversity and healthy lifestyles.

The Team Leader Community Development and Reconciliation will be a community development subject matter expert and will lead the organisations community development practice and drive the focus of becoming a community capacity building organisation as outlined in councils Community Capacity and Connection Strategy 2026-31 .

About You

You are an experienced and collaborative leader who is passionate about community development principles and practice and supporting community led initiatives. With a strong understanding of the role community development play in creating vibrant, connected communities, you can confidently lead teams, manage diverse programs and build productive relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.

You bring extensive experience working with community in a variety of settings, locations and environments, including with First Nations and cultural and linguistically diverse communities, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.



Your strengths include leading people, managing projects and resources and developing partnerships to achieve positive outcomes for both the community and the organisation.

You are an effective communicator who can provide sound advice, influence decision-making and work collaboratively across teams, community groups, residents, industry partners and government stakeholders. You are committed to continuous improvement, customer service excellence and delivering high-quality programs, services and experiences that support Council's strategic objectives.

Key Selection Criteria

- Demonstrated experience of leading and developing teams to deliver high-quality community outcomes
- Extensive understanding and demonstrated experience of community development and community capacity principles and practice
- Demonstrated experience of working with diverse communities including First Nations and culturally and linguistically diverse communities
- Highly developed stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills, with the ability to establish productive relationships across community, industry, government and organisational settings.
- Strong communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to provide sound advice, manage competing priorities and contribute to strategic objectives.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in community development or a related discipline,



together with demonstrated experience in a similar role.

Working for Council

Some of the perks of working with us include:

- Fun and energetic team
- Generous leave entitlements including 3 additional paid days over Christmas
- Free parking

The City of Onkaparinga is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals with disabilities.

For any adjustments during the recruitment process or on the job, contact [email protected] .

Welcome to the City of Onkaparinga, South Australia's largest metropolitan council, and a rapidly growing community nestled in the southern suburbs of Adelaide. Our region is characterised by picturesque beaches, rolling hills, and renowned wineries, providing a unique backdrop for an exceptional lifestyle.

Welcome to the City of Onkaparinga, South Australia's largest metropolitan council, and a rapidly growing community nestled in the southern suburbs of Adelaide. Our region is characterised by picturesque beaches, rolling hills, and renowned wineries, providing a unique backdrop for an exceptional lifestyle.

Welcome to the City of Onkaparinga, South Australia's largest metropolitan council, and a rapidly growing community nestled in the southern suburbs of Adelaide. Our region is characterised by picturesque beaches, rolling hills, and renowned wineries, providing a unique backdrop for an exceptional lifestyle.

Perks and benefits

- Flexible ways of working
- 3 additional paid days over Christmas break
- Competitive salary
- Free parking
- Salary sacrificing options
- An expansive health & wellbeing program
- Career development opportunities

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📌 Team Leader Community Development and Reconciliation (Noarlunga Centre)
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