Inclusive Community Programs Project Officer

City of Salisbury, South Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Three extra leave days per year

Annual pay rises

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellbeing programs

Free car parking

Job summary

The City of Salisbury invites applications for an Inclusive Community Programs Project Officer to join our Community Diversity and Inclusion team on a full-time, 12-month contract. You will lead the development and implementation of an inclusion and accessibility audit framework, working across Council and with people with disability and community groups to remove participation barriers.

Reporting to the Divisional Head Community Diversity and Inclusion, you will embed inclusive practices into

Qualifications

• Experience delivering projects or programs that improve accessibility, inclusion and community participation.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, analyze information, and drive projects from planning to implementation.
• Commitment to creating inclusive communities and improving outcomes for people with disability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an inclusion and accessibility audit and assessment framework.
• Assess Council programs and environments to identify barriers and opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze findings and develop practical recommendations to strengthen accessibility and inclusion.
• Provide advice and support to staff on inclusive practices.
• Develop training, resources, tools and guidance materials to build capability.
• Support accessible communications, information and resources.
• Engage with people with disability, community groups and stakeholders to inform improvements.
• Monitor and evaluate project outcomes and improvement initiatives.
• Prepare reports, briefings and recommendations for management and Council.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in community development, social planning, disability and inclusion, social policy, project management or related discipline

Job description

Who We Are

The City of Salisbury is the most progressive council in South Australia, driving growth, jobs, housing and opportunity in the north. With a workforce of over 400 people, we offer the chance to collaborate with teams across the organisation to deliver meaningful, community-focused projects.

Who We Are

The City of Salisbury is the most progressive council in South Australia, driving growth, jobs, housing and opportunity in the north. With a workforce of over 400 people, we offer the chance to collaborate with teams across the organisation to deliver meaningful, community-focused projects.

The Community Development Department manages the City’s libraries, community centres, community hubs, and diverse recreational facilities and partnerships, while also providing support services that enhance quality of life, promote inclusivity, and foster active community engagement.

Join us and see the positive impact of your work can make.

About The Role

We're looking for an experienced and passionate Inclusive Community Programs Project Officer to join our Community Diversity and Inclusion team on a full-time, 12-month contract.

Reporting to the Divisional Head Community Diversity and Inclusion, you will lead the development and implementation of a practical inclusion and accessibility audit framework that helps identify barriers to participation and create opportunities for continuous improvement.

Working collaboratively across Council and with people with disability, community organisations and other stakeholders, you'll help embed inclusive practices into the planning, design, delivery and promotion of programs, services and community initiatives.

This 12-month opportunity offers the chance to make a genuine difference by helping create a community where everyone can participate, contribute and feel welcome, while driving meaningful and lasting improvements in accessibility and inclusion across the City of Salisbury.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Develop and implement an inclusion and accessibility audit and assessment framework.
• Assess Council programs, services and community-facing environments to identify barriers and opportunities for improvement.
• Analyse findings and develop practical recommendations to strengthen accessibility and inclusion.
• Provide advice and support to staff on inclusive and accessible practices.
• Develop training, resources, tools and guidance materials to build organisational capability.
• Support the development of accessible communications, information and community resources.
• Engage with people with disability, community groups and key stakeholders to inform improvements.
• Support continuous improvement through community feedback, participation data and evaluation outcomes.
• Monitor and evaluate project outcomes and improvement initiatives.
• Prepare reports, briefings and recommendations for management and Council.

About You

You are a collaborative and outcomes-focused professional with experience delivering projects, programs or initiatives that improve accessibility, inclusion and community participation.

You can confidently engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, analyse information, identify practical solutions and drive projects from planning through to implementation.

Most importantly, you have a genuine commitment to creating inclusive communities and improving outcomes for people with disability.

You will also have

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in community development, social planning, disability and inclusion, social policy, project management or a related discipline, and/or significant relevant experience.
• Knowledge of disability inclusion, accessibility, discrimination and equal opportunity legislation and principles.
• Experience developing, implementing or evaluating programs, frameworks, audits or improvement initiatives.
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience developing and delivering training, workshops, resources or capability-building initiatives.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving capabilities.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes within agreed timeframes.
• Experience working in local government or the public sector. (Desirable)
• Knowledge of universal design principles. (Desirable)
• Experience developing accessibility or inclusion frameworks, tools or resources. (Desirable)
• Experience using consultation, survey or evaluation data to inform service improvements. (Desirable)
• Knowledge of Salisbury's diverse community and demographic profile. (Desirable)

What We Offer

• State-of-the-art Salisbury Community Hub is 25 minutes from the CBD with excellent rail and road connections.
• Modern and positive work environments.
• Free car parking.
• Flexible work options.
• Three additional leave days per year.
• Annual pay rises.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including skin checks, health assessments, flu vaccinations and an employee assistance program.
• Professional development opportunities.

Eligibility

A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and relevant screening clearances are required for this position.

People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact us

All enquiries can be made to [e-mail]

Applications close 9:00am 23 October 2026.