Team Leader Community Development And Reconciliation

City of Onkaparinga

Adelaide

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AUD 90.000 - 120.000

Tempo pieno

10 giorni fa

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Flexible ways of working

3 additional paid days over Christmas

Competitive salary

Free parking

Salary sacrificing options

Health & wellbeing program

Career development opportunities

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The City of Onkaparinga is seeking a Team Leader for Community Development and Reconciliation to guide a dynamic team, deliver programs and foster strong community connections.

You will work with diverse communities, including First Nations and CALD groups, balancing strategic planning with operational delivery to advance Council's capacity-building goals.

Competenze

Experience leading and developing teams to deliver community outcomes.
Extensive understanding of community development and capacity principles and practice.
Experience working with diverse communities including First Nations and CALD communities.
Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills across community, industry, government and organisations.
Excellent communication, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Mansioni

Lead the Community Development and Reconciliation Team and its operations.
Deliver community development programs, projects and partnerships.
Shape and progress the council's Community Capacity and Connection Strategy 2026-31.
Build productive relationships with residents, industry partners and government stakeholders.

Conoscenze

Team leadership

Community development

Diversity & inclusion

Stakeholder engagement

Communication & decision-making

Tertiary qualifications in community开发

Formazione

Tertiary qualifications in community development or related discipline

Descrizione del lavoro

Team Leader Community Development and Reconciliation

Lead a dynamic team to foster positive relationships, partnerships and community connections that strengthen community capacity and community led initiatives. Shape councils community development best practice and focus of becoming a community capacity building organisation.

About the Position

Reporting to the Manager Community Capacity, the Team Leader Community Development and Reconciliation is responsible for the management and leadership of the Community Development and Reconciliation Team and its efficient operation. The role involves the effective delivery of community development programs and projects including community connections, community facilities coordination, Neporendi Aboriginal Community Centre, cultural diversity and healthy lifestyles.

The Team Leader Community Development and Reconciliation will be a community development subject matter expert and will lead the organisations community development practice and drive the focus of becoming a community capacity building organisation as outlined in councils Community Capacity and Connection Strategy 2026-31 .

About You

You are an experienced and collaborative leader who is passionate about community development principles and practice and supporting community led initiatives. With a strong understanding of the role community development play in creating vibrant, connected communities, you can confidently lead teams, manage diverse programs and build productive relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.

You bring extensive experience working with community in a variety of settings, locations and environments, including with First Nations and cultural and linguistically diverse communities, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery. Your strengths include leading people, managing projects and resources and developing partnerships to achieve positive outcomes for both the community and the organisation.

You are an effective communicator who can provide sound advice, influence decision-making and work collaboratively across teams, community groups, residents, industry partners and government stakeholders. You are committed to continuous improvement, customer service excellence and delivering high-quality programs, services and experiences that support Council's strategic objectives.

Key Selection Criteria

Demonstrated experience of leading and developing teams to deliver high-quality community outcomes
Extensive understanding and demonstrated experience of community development and community capacity principles and practice
Demonstrated experience of working with diverse communities including First Nations and culturally and linguistically diverse communities
Highly developed stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills, with the ability to establish productive relationships across community, industry, government and organisational settings.
Strong communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to provide sound advice, manage competing priorities and contribute to strategic objectives.
Relevant tertiary qualifications in community development or a related discipline, together with demonstrated experience in a similar role.

Working for Council

Some of the benefits of working with us include:

Fun and energetic team
Generous leave entitlements including 3 additional paid days over Christmas
Free parking

The City of Onkaparinga is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals with disabilities.

For any adjustments during the recruitment process or on the job, contact humanresources@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au .

Welcome to the City of Onkaparinga, South Australia's largest metropolitan council, and a rapidly growing community nestled in the southern suburbs of Adelaide. Our region is characterised by picturesque beaches, rolling hills, and renowned wineries, providing a unique backdrop for an exceptional lifestyle.

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