About the role

As the Community Activation Officer, you will play a key role in planning, coordinating, and delivering a diverse range of community programs, events, and initiatives that enhance community connection, participation, and liveability across the region. Working closely with the Community Activation & Events Coordinator, you will take a proactive and creative approach to engaging with community groups, stakeholders, and residents to develop and deliver initiatives that inspire participation and foster a strong sense of community. Key responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and deliver community programs, events, and initiatives

Engage with community groups, stakeholders, and residents

Develop and deliver initiatives that inspire participation and foster community connection

Lead event teams

Manage event budgets

Support community engagement initiatives

Identify funding opportunities

About you

Experience in planning and delivering community events and activation programs

Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and community groups

Excellent communication, organisational, and administrative skills

Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities

Experience leading event teams

Experience managing event budgets





Sound judgement and passion for creating vibrant and connected communities

Benefits

Work / life balance with flexible work arrangements and wellness programs

Superannuation contribution of twelve (12) per cent in addition to annual salary

Growth opportunities including skill development, mentorship, and career advancement

Access to Corporate Health Plan

Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support

Access to free Employee Assistance Program & confidential counselling

Salary Packaging Available

Allowances Available (if applicable)

Leave Loading of 17.5% on top of base rate of pay while on Annual Leave

Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided

Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 may be provided if relocating to the Western Downs Region

About us

Western Downs Regional Council has been awarded the Large Employer of the Year award at the Darling Downs South West Region Queensland Training Awards for 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. We are an innovative and dynamic company that provides staff with a work life balance and opportunities for growth with state of the art mentoring from professionals within our team. Be part of the community you serve Applications close at Midnight AEST on Tuesday 24 November 2026

📌 Community Activation Officer (Gold Coast)
🏢 Western Downs Regional Council
📍 Gold Coast