Description:
- Permanent Full Time
- $86,168 - $91,782 + Super
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Why work for the City:
The City of Busselton is located in the picturesque southwest coastal region of WA and offers an enviable lifestyle and the opportunity to be part of one of the most progressive and ambitious Local Governments in the state. We pride ourselves in providing positive outcomes for our community and offering a supportive working environment to our employees.
We currently have an excellent opportunity available for a motivated individual to work within our Community and Development team at the City of Busselton. This is a great position for someone who has experience working with local community groups and organisations, providing advice and assistance to better serve our community.
About the role:
Reporting to the Recreation and Community Development Coordinator, you will be responsible for providing a key community liaison role with community groups and organisations across the City of Busselton. This includes assistance with, but not limited to, community capacity building in business planning, governance, succession planning, training and development.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Facilitate the establishment and development of self-reliant community groups and organisations by providing professional advice as to management procedures, funding opportunities, network contacts, service planning and needs identification and analysis.
- Provide leadership and develop partnerships to achieve community development initiatives.
- Provide education, training and professional development opportunities for volunteers and community organisations.
- Assist in the formulation and development of community projects including identifying funding opportunities and grant submission advice and assistance.
- Assist to implement and measure the outcomes of the Community Development Plan
- Administer the Community Grants application process including assessment and financial acquittal process.
- Facilitate the Disabled Access and Inclusion Plan reference group, associated budget and outcomes.
What you will need to succeed:
You will align with our values and be a critical thinker, with the ability to motivate and influence others. Ideally, you will have the following skills and experience:
- A demonstrated understanding of current Community Development principles and practice.
- Experience working with community groups and organisations.
- Experience supporting disability, access and inclusion outcomes.
- Experience in strategy and policy development.
- Budget management experience.
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
- Developed computers skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
To apply for this position, please click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. Please ensure to include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this opportunity and what you can bring to the role, along with a copy of your current resume.
For further enquiries please contact Adrian Fisher – Recreation and Community Development Coordinator on (08) 9781 0403 or Human Resources on (08) 9781 1727.
Applications close on Monday, 28th April 2025.
The City of Busselton aims to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and encourages applications from Aboriginal Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people living with a disability and youth.