Community Projects Officer - Kununurra

RGIT Australia; Kununurra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Health and Wellbeing allowance

Leave entitlements suitable for the WA

Salary sacrificing options

Job summary

Job Pathways is seeking a Community Projects Officer in Kununurra, WA to lead and supervise job seekers in community project activities, helping them build practical skills and confidence for future employment. You will work with local stakeholders to design projects reflecting community priorities and ensure participants are engaged in meaningful, skill-building tasks.

You will mentor participants, encourage strong workplace communication, and manage resources while complying with safety

Qualifications

• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to motivate others.
• Experience in planning, organisation, and working independently or as part of a team.
• A passion for supporting vulnerable individuals and promoting positive community outcomes.
• Ability to obtain a National Police Check (essential).
• Experience working with Indigenous Australians and organisations in rural/remote communities (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee community projects ensuring participants are engaged in safe, productive, and skill-building tasks.
• Encourage and motivate participants, supporting them in developing workplace communication and behaviours.
• Assist in managing tools, materials, and equipment, ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Collaborate with local organisations and community members to develop projects aligned with community needs.

Job description

Full-time Permanent Officer

Posted 12 Aug 2026

Description

Job Opportunity: Community Projects Officer

Work type: Full Time

Are you passionate about community development and supporting people in building skills for their future? Join Job Pathways as a Community Projects Officer and play a key role in guiding and mentoring job seekers through hands‑on community‑based activities that build real‑world skills and contribute to local projects.

Learn more about us here: https://jobpathways.org.au/

About the role:

As a Community Projects Officer, you’ll lead and supervise job seekers participating in Community Project activities. You’ll help individuals develop practical skills and confidence for future employment, while encouraging engagement in meaningful community projects. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with local stakeholders and create projects that reflect community priorities and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise Activities: Oversee community projects, ensuring job seekers are engaged in safe, productive, and skill‑building tasks.
• Mentor and Support: Encourage and motivate participants, supporting them in developing workplace communication and behaviours.
• Maintain Resources: Assist in managing tools, materials, and equipment, ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
• Engage the Community: Work collaboratively with local organisations and community members to develop projects that are aligned with community needs and job seeker goals.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong relationship‑building skills and the ability to motivate others.
• Experience in planning, organisation, and working independently or as part of a team.
• A passion for supporting vulnerable individuals and promoting positive community outcomes.
• Ability to obtain a National Police Check (essential).

Preferred but not essential:

• Experience working with Indigenous Australians and organisations, with an understanding of challenges in rural and remote communities.

Why Work at Job Pathways?

• Attractive leave entitlements to enjoy the East Kimberley lifestyle
• Salary sacrificing to boost take‑home pay
• Annual Health and Wellbeing allowance
• Confidential counselling via Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive and positive team environment

The Job Pathways team is diverse and united by a commitment to employment pathways, guided by values of Courage, Commitment, Care, and Collaboration. If this sounds like you, even if you don’t meet all the criteria listed, we welcome you to apply.

Applications that do not include a cover letter will not be considered.

Job Pathways reserves the right to fill the position prior to the ad closure date should a suitable candidate be identified.

Location: Kununurra, Western Australia, 6743 (Note: Housing is not provided with this position)

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this. A National Police Clearance (issued within the last 6 months or willingness to obtain one) is also required.