Organisation : Campbelltown City Council
Location : Australia (Campbelltown)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Community Development
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : 75,000-90,000
Application closing date : 1 Dec, 2017
About the organisation
About the role
We now have an opportunity for a motivated and experienced Community Partnerships Officer to – build and champion strategic partnerships within the Campbelltown City to promote community inclusion and wellbeing, and delivering projects and programs that align with Council’s strategic objectives.
Responsibilities may include:
• Develop, implement and promote strength/asset based and outcomes focused community programs and activities across Campbelltown City
• Develop constructive community engagement with key strategic stakeholders to strengthen and grow local community organisations, groups and networks in the delivery of the outcomes and priorities in the Community Strategic Plan
• Collaboratively work with the community, key stakeholders, other sections of Council, and team members to support place based projects and initiatives that meet the expressed need of the community and as identified in Council’s Community Strategic Plan
The successful candidate will display the following key skills and attributes:
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in social sciences, community development or similar field
• Extensive work related experience in Asset Based Community Development principles and practices
• Specialist experience in implementing community development initiatives in both established and newly developed communities
• Sound understanding of, and commitment to, contemporary place making principles and practices
• Knowledge and understanding of key stakeholders in the community, including government, non-government and business and a demonstrated ability to work with these stakeholder
In return you will join a dynamic and friendly team environment where no two days are the same; you will also benefit from:
• A 35 hour week
• Competitive remuneration package
• Flexi time
• Generous professional development opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Leaseback vehicle
Key contact:
For further information please contact Jenny Franke, Executive Manager Community Life at jenny.franke@campbelltown.nsw.gov.au.
Applications close: Friday 1 December 2017
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their application ASAP.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS OFFICER via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Development
