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Community Development Officer

Bundaberg Regional Council
Bundaberg Full-day Full-time

Description:

$55.10 per hour (includes 25% loading)
Casual
People, Community & Connection, Community & Facility Services
Bundaberg Region

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.

What We Offer
  • Access to
  • Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
  • Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
  • Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
  • Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued
Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking .

About The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and community-focused professional to support the Childers and Gin Gin Neighbourhood Centres in a casual backfill capacity. In this role, you will collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that ensure the community has access to vital information and services. You will also help identify emerging issues across the region, facilitate active participation in programs and activities, and support initiatives that respond to community needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the well-being of the Bundaberg Region.

About You
  • Provision of a satisfactory Criminal History Check – Police Certificate (Australia wide – name only)
  • Working with Children Blue Card
  • Current Class C Driver’s License.
  • Tertiary qualifications in Community Development; Human Services, Social Work and/or behavioural/social sciences and minimum of three years relevant industry experience or substantial experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in community development, working with disadvantaged persons, individual groups, youth and communities.
  • Demonstrated experience in co-ordinating activities in a regional/rural environment including the ability to attract, identify and source funding for, community projects, groups and organisations
  • Knowledge of and skills in social needs analysis, social planning and service development and to develop strategic responses to address identified needs.
  • Proven ability to work under minimum supervision, have high motivation, initiative and the ability to make sound judgments
  • Demonstrated experience with local and regional networks and government departments and knowledge of relevant government policy and funding programs
  • Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including writing reports and submissions
To view the Position Description for this role, please click

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your application online by clicking the “Apply” button. Please include: * A current resume
  • A cover letter addressing the “About You” section (max. 2 pages).
For enquiries, please contact or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1280.

Applications close on Monday, 14 April 2025, at 11:30 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.

Bundaberg Regional Council

1 Apr 2025;   from: uworkin.com

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