Senior Community Dev Officer — Flexible Hours & Impact

Cityofstirling; Stirling; On-site; AUD 94,000 - 115,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Free parking

Boosted superannuation and extra leave

Leadership programs and study support

Job summary

City of Stirling in Mirrabooka, Western Australia, seeks a committed community development professional to lead research and policy work that translates evidence and community insights into practical strategies for positive social impact.

The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, program evaluation, project management and inclusive design, with a focus on diversity, equity and inclusion principles and ongoing collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in community development or related field
• Extensive knowledge of social issues and best practices
• Strong community engagement and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proven project management and evaluation experience
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion principles
• Current driver’s licence and relevant clearances

Responsibilities

• Lead research and analysis to identify emerging social issues, community needs, strengths, and opportunities
• Design and implement inclusive strategies for social policies and programs
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to identify shared opportunities
• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement
• Champion innovation and social inclusion across all initiatives

Skills

Community development

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Evaluation

Communication

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent in community development or related field

Job description

City of Stirling in Mirrabooka, Western Australia, seeks a committed community development professional to lead research and policy work that translates evidence and community insights into practical strategies for positive social impact.

The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, program evaluation, project management and inclusive design, with a focus on diversity, equity and inclusion principles and ongoing collaboration with internal teams and external partners.