October 18, 2024

Glamorgan Spring Bay Council

Triabunna

FULL TIME

Community Development Coordinator

Community Development Coordinator

Full time
$84,649 – $90,184 per year
Glamorgan Spring Bay Council have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Community Development Coordinator to join their team, based in Triabunna, Tasmania.
About Us:
Glamorgan Spring Bay Council, is nestled on the stunning central East Coast of Tasmania! Our vibrant community of around 5,000 residents thrives amid breathtaking natural beauty. As a forward-thinking local government body, we are dedicated to providing exceptional support and services, fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment where everyone can flourish.
The Role:
Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of projects, programs and events to promote and build resilient and engaged communities in Glamorgan Spring Bay.
You will (for a full list of duties please refer to the position description):

Develop, implement and maintain Council’s Community Development annual plan, to ensure alignment with and delivery of Council’s strategic plan, reporting to Council as requested on progress.
Oversee Council’s marketing, media liaison, internal and external communications, and brand management.
Identify and develop opportunities for Arts and Culture programs and community events across Glamorgan Spring Bay Council area with stakeholders and in accordance with approved strategies and programs.
Identify, upskill and celebrate volunteers across the Glamorgan Spring Bay Council area.
Oversee the community small grants program and policy and assist in the preparation of grant applications for programs, services and community events undertaking research as required.

To succeed you will have previous experience in social services sector and local government, ideally in community development, coupled with a Qualification in community development related field; as well as demonstrated experience in engaging and partnering with community to design and deliver community development programs and initiatives.
About You:
To be considered for the role, you will need a relevant tertiary qualification coupled with at least five+ (5) years in a similar role or significant industry experience. You will also need a current driver’s licence and commitment to maintaining this and a current Working with Vulnerable People Registration.
To view the Application Pack please click here.

For more details we encourage you to review our Employment Page at gsbc.tas.gov.au.
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact people@freycinet.tas.gov.au to arrange a informal discussion or seek further information.
To be considered for the role you must address the criteria and send your application to people@freycinet.tas.gov.au with the subject header of Application: CDC1024.
The close date for applications is Friday 1 November 2024