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 innovative 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
Advantages
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 ****, ****, ****, **** and ****. 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 ****
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📌 Community Activation Officer (Rockhampton)
🏢 Western Downs Regional Council
📍 Rockhampton