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 Senior Place and Projects Officer to work to join our team in a busy and exciting time for the future direction of the council. This position will be focused on the development, commissioning and delivery of place projects and programs across the Campbelltown LGA.
Responsibilities may include:
• Provide expert advice on place based projects and programs in new and existing communities
• Lead and support the preparation of bids for funding and resourcing from a variety of sources in relation to community and neighbourhood initiatives
• Undertake research and analysis to identify and report on current emerging social, political, economic and environmental issues in specific communities
• Develop cross functional strategies to integrate place based initiatives within Council’s broader corporate and strategic land use planning frameworks, including Integrated Planning and Reporting
The successful candidate will display the following key skills and attributes:
• Relevant tertiary qualifications
• Knowledge and demonstrated expertise in place based principles and practices
• Sound understanding and commitment to contemporary community development in a place based context
• Experience in planning, developing and implementing community projects
• Time management skills and ability to organise work effectively to deliver timely and quality outcomes
• Experience in preparing reports, presentations and other media for senior staff, team members and external organisations.
• Commitment to role modeling our values of: Respect, Integrity, Optimism, Trust and Teamwork
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: SENIOR PLACE AND PROJECTS OFFICER via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Development