Campbelltown City Council NSW

Community Partnerships Officer

Community Partnerships Officer

• Permanent full-time, 35 hours per week
• Salary from $97,692.09 to $105,742.58 per annum + 11% superannuation
• 3.5% pay increase from July 2024
• Generous professional development opportunities
• Flexible work policy with a hybrid work model

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 position,you will Implement and champion the principles of community inclusion and participation, deliver projects and programs aligned with Council’s strategic objectives using these principles and Work collaboratively with the Executive Manager Community Life, the Coordinator, and the team to
ensure compliance with organisational direction and culture, executing Council’s functions regarding
Community Life. This position is responsible for Disability and Ageing portfolios within Community Partnerships.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and attributes:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in social sciences, community development or similar field.
• Knowledge in Asset Based Community Development principles and practices.
• 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 stakeholders.
• Knowledge in community engagement techniques.
• Current Class C drivers licence and working with children check
• Demonstrated understanding of strategic planning processes and approaches.
• Extensive work related experience in social sciences, community development or similar field.
• Demonstrated expertise in Asset Based Community Development principles and practices.
• Specialist experience in implementing community development initiatives in both established and newly developed communities.
• Demonstrated experience in using quantitative and qualitative research techniques.
• Experience in managing communications in a politically sensitive environment.
• 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:

• Permanent full-time, 35 hours per week
• Salary from $97,692.09 to $105,742.58 per annum + 11% superannuation
• 3.5% pay increase from July 2024
• Generous professional development opportunities
• Flexible work policy with a hybrid work model

Key contact: For further information please contact Melissa Low, Coordinator Placemaking,Community Events and Activations Community Life on 0429 676 342

Applications close: Friday 10 May 2024.

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.