Community Partnerships Officer
- Temporary Full-Time position (Up to 4 years, working 35 hours per week)
- Salary from $108,310.44 -$117,235.96 per annum + 12% superannuation
- Fortnightly pay
- Working with a dynamic, multidisciplinary and community-focused team
About us:
We are not your usual, we are upbeat, resourceful and determined. Our staff and community are at the core of what we do, looking for ways to work together and support each other. Naturally welcoming, we share good-natured humour and positivity. We aim to inspire a sense of possibility and create opportunities for all by rolling up our sleeves. Our workplace is agile and flexible, keeping ahead of the times. Be a part of it, let’s get something started.
About the role:
In this role, you will champion community inclusion and participation by developing and delivering projects, programs and partnerships that support the delivery of Homes NSW’s Community Renewal priorities and Council's Social Cohesion priorities.
You will work collaboratively with the Executive Manager Community Life, the Coordinator, the Council, and the team to ensure compliance with organisational direction and culture, and to execute Council’s Community Life functions. This position
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and attributes:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in social sciences, community development, or related fields.
- Proficient in Asset Based Community Development principles and practices.
- Possesses knowledge and understanding of key stakeholders in the community, including government, non-government, and business sectors, with proven collaboration abilities.
- Skilled in utilising various community engagement techniques.
- Holds a current Class C driver's license.
- Displays a comprehensive understanding of strategic planning processes and methodologies.
- Brings extensive work-related experience in social sciences, community development, or similar fields.
- Exhibits specialist experience in executing community development initiatives in both established and newly developed communities
- Proficient in employing quantitative and qualitative research techniques.
- Possesses superior interpersonal communication skills, including negotiation, networking, community engagement, and presentation abilities
- Possesses knowledge and understanding of key stakeholders in the community, including government, non-government, and business sectors, with proven collaboration abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and experienced in using online tools, web-based programs, and social media for community initiatives.
- Demonstrates high-level written communication skills.
- Experience in adopting a strategic approach to deliver community outcomes
- Proven ability to implement and monitor funded projects or programs.
- Effective time management skills for delivering timely and quality outcomes.
- Experience in managing communications in politically sensitive environments.
- Commitment to living our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, trust and optimism. It is through respect, integrity and teamwork that we build trust and create optimism for Campbelltown’s future.
As a member of our friendly and passionate team, you’ll receive the following benefits:
- Temporary Full time (Up to 4 years, working 35 hours per week)
- Attractive salary from $108,310.44 - $117,235.96 per annum + 12% superannuation
- Generous leave provisions
- Generous professional development opportunities
- Fortnightly pay
- Secure staff car park
Key contact: For further information on this position, please contact Jessica Fusitua – Community Resilience and Partnerships Coordinator, on 02 4645 4120.
Applications close: Midnight, Sunday 29 November.
Sound like you? Apply now!
Campbelltown City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.
Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.
We are committed to acting in the best interest of the children in our community. We believe children have the right to be safe, listened to and respected. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and will take allegations very seriously, responding quickly and consistently in line with our policies and procedures. We aim to provide a safe space for all children, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, children who identify as LGBTIQA+, and children with disability.
