Community Development Officer

Maroondah City Council; City of Maroondah; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Maroondah City Council is seeking a passionate and organised professional for a part-time role supporting community development initiatives, including the grants program. You will manage projects, coordinate events, and collaborate with community groups to strengthen wellbeing and social connections.

The role requires experience with grants, meeting tight deadlines, and pre-employment checks as part of the selection process. Closing Date: Sunday 18 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience managing grants programs.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Experience running community events.
• Strong communication with community groups.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a range of community development initiatives.
• Manage Council's community grants program.
• Coordinate events and activities with partners.
• Communicate constructively with community groups and stakeholders.

Skills

Grants management experience

Event coordination

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Come and work with a dynamic and innovative team with strong community partnerships! We are looking for a passionate and organised professional who can manage complex projects.

This part-time role is responsible for developing and implementing a range of community development initiatives, including Council's community grants program. Previous experience managing grants programs, working collaboratively with colleagues, meeting tight deadlines, running events and communicating constructively with community groups, will be applicable to this role.

Our programs connect community members with opportunities to strengthen their capacity and wellbeing, increase social connections and build resilience.

As part of our selection process, you may be required to have pre-employment checks. (Psychometric Assessment, CrimCheck and Working with Children Card - Employee).

Closing Date: Sunday 18 October 2026

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For further information please call Chris Riseley, Team Leader Community Development on Tel: [phone].