Community Development & Cultural Programs Officer

Community Development & Cultural Programs Officer

• Central Picton location
• Temporary Part-Time position - 21 hours per week, up to 3.5 years
• Salary commencing from $50.90 per hour + 11.5% superannuation
• Generous opportunities for work-life balance, including flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Do you have expert knowledge or experience in the design and delivery of programs to encourage social cohesion for new and existing communities? Are you looking for an opportunity to join a growth Council, focusing on innovation and collaboration? This could be the opportunity for you!

About Council

Wollondilly Shire Council covers a Local Government Area of approximately 2,560km2 of pristine bushland, crystal clear waterways and unique towns and villages that are home to close-knit communities. We are experiencing a time of significant growth and require suitably qualified and experienced professionals to go on this exciting journey with us.

In addition to the positive and supportive work culture, there are a number of benefits and opportunities available to our employees including:

• Health and Wellbeing programs
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities and access to Council’s Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Reward and Recognition Programs
• Staff Social activities

About the Role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Community Development & Cultural Programs Officer to join our Community Services Team. The position plays an instrumental role in proactively developing innovative programs and initiatives to foster a strong sense of place, belonging and identity among the community.

The role of the Community Development & Cultural Programs Officer plays a pivotal role in establishing relationships with the community, government and non-government organisations to meet local needs.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate their competency for the position by meeting the following essential criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in community welfare, community development or social planning and 2 years relevant work experience.
• Well-developed understanding of community development, social justice and community engagement.
• Strong skills in advocacy, assessment, program design & delivery, community capacity building and development activities
• Thorough understanding and appreciation of issues and barriers affecting various target groups in new communities including: CALD communities, Young Families, Youth, Ageing and Disability groups.
• NSW C Class Drivers Licence.
• Current Working with Children Clearance.

Further Information: Rob Moran, Team Leader Community Projects & Events, 4677 9611

Closing Date: 5:00pm Monday, 6 January 2025.

Don’t delay any longer, Apply Now and let’s make Wollondilly even better, together.

To be considered for this position, candidates must apply via Council’s website, Wollondilly Employment Opportunities and answer the position specific selection criteria as listed in this advertisement.

Those not addressing the selection criteria will not be considered.

Preferred applicants will be required to undertake a pre-placement medical. This includes drug and alcohol screening. The preferred applicant may also be required to undertake Police Background, Credential and Bankruptcy Checks.

In accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023 all positions are engaged Monday to Sunday except as otherwise provided.

Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage all applicants, including First Nations people, person living with disability, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and members of culturally diverse communities to join our team. Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If successful, we will offer ongoing support as needed.