The Shire of Lake Grace is a vibrant country Local Government and is one of the largest agricultural Shires in the State. The advertised role supports the Shire’s social objective of a valued, healthy and inclusive community and lifestyle.
A generous package will be offered depending on skills, experience and qualifications.
Staff housing with subsidised rent is available.
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, well developed interpersonal skills and organisational skills with the capacity to work independently to prioritise tasks across multiple projects and deadlines. As the Community Economic Development Officer you will source, facilitate and acquit successful grant applications for the Council as well as develop and implement strategies for community capacity building within Shire of Lake Grace communities.
You will research funding options, grant opportunities and project ideas and match them with appropriate projects. You will establish contact networks and ensure good communication is maintained across the board and make sure effective systems are in place to manage grant application processes.
You will also be responsible for management and coordination of community services, activities and events in line with the strategic objectives of the Council.
HOW TO APPLY
For more information and an application package use the QR code for the shire website or contact the administration office directly on 9890 2500.
Applications should be labelled ‘Confidential – Community Economic Development Officer Application’ and emailed to ea@lakegrace.wa.gov.au, or posted to PO Box 50, Lake Grace WA 6353, or dropped in to the front desk at the administration office 1 Bishop Street, Lake Grace.
