Manager Community Development

Manager Community Development

Company Information

The East Kimberley is an extraordinarily beautiful and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia, and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation, great food and friendly locals, and it is an amazing and very unique part of Australia.  The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles and abundant opportunities. 

Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing people who share the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Communication and Respect, these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.

The Opportunity

This is a rare and challenging career opportunity to join a dynamic local government where you can make a difference through the delivery of critical projects and services that contribute to the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley’s strategic objective of Connecting our cultures, striving for prosperity, celebrating the spirit of country and community.  

We are looking for suitable candidates to join our Planning and Community Development Team as Manager Community Development. This role provides strategic and operational management of the Shire’s Community Development portfolio, ensuring that the portfolio is operating effectively and efficiently, in accordance with statutory requirements, industry best practices, and within the parameters of the Shire’s Corporate Plans.

This role is also responsible for:       

• Providing leadership and managing the Community Development Services team, ensuring the team it is adequately resourced and skilled to provide excellent services to the community;
• Developing and maintaining strategies for key aspects of Community Development that are incorporated in the Shire’s Integrated Planning Framework;
• Leading the day-to-day operations of the Community Development portfolio, ensuring professional, efficient, and effective provision of services;
• Consolidating and building partnerships to drive and influence consumer-informed, evidence-based responses to key social issues, particularly in relation to youth and Aboriginal engagement;
• Community facilities planning, design, and management - ensuring the development, management, and operation of community facilities is strategic and planned with continuous improvement sought;
• Undertaking programming and project management including the preparation of progress reports and funding acquittals;
• Managing the Community Development budget to achieve the objectives of the position within the context of the Shire’s broader strategies;
• Identifying funding opportunities, and coordinating and preparing well-researched funding submissions that align with priorities attached to organisational strategies and priorities as outlined within the Shire’s Strategic Community Plan, Corporate Business, Annual Budget, and other relevant informing documents;
• Providing effective leadership, direction, communication and customer service to the Community Development portfolio and team members;
• Management of the Shire’s Stakeholder committees – such as the Disability Access and Inclusion Committee;
• Providing professional and strategic advice to the Director of Planning and Community Development, the Executive Management Team and the Council on all aspects relating to the provision of community development.

A Degree Qualification/s in Community Development, Recreation, Youth Work, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar management role and a current unrestricted WA Drivers Licence are essential for this role. You will also have experience in the development and delivery of a range of community development programs and services including recreation services, community events, disability access and inclusion, seniors and youth, and community safety. You will be able to demonstrate experience in working in partnership with the community sector and government agencies and a proven capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. Your excellent communication and advocacy skills will ensure that you are able to effectively manage complex situations and an awareness of the challenges facing the East Kimberley region (economically, socially, and culturally) which may impact community development programs and service delivery is key to this position. To support your team achieve their goals, you will also require excellent leadership and management and leadership skills and a passion for safety in the workplace.

More information about the position and the requirements for this role are outlined in the Position Description at the bottom of this page.

Location and Remuneration Package

The role will be based from the Shire offices in Kununurra. An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate: included in the package will be a base salary, housing or housing allowance, utility subsidies, professional development, location allowance, travel allowance, relocation reimbursement up to $15,000 and 11% Superannuation.

This role is fulltime with a remuneration package ranging between $170,000 $180,000 per annum.

Benefits of Working for SWEK

Working for SWEK means that as an employee, in addition to a competitive salary, you will also enjoy:

• Six weeks paid annual leave and other generous leave options
• Extra 2 Public Holidays (Local Government Days)
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing
• Paid parental leave
• Superannuation matching co-contribution of 3%
• Complimentary membership of our pools and gym facilities
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
• Free parking
• Fully paid induction
• Provision of a Corporate Uniform
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ability to live and work in the most incredible East Kimberley region

APPLY NOW!

If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page or contact Nick Allen, Director Planning and Community Development for a confidential discussion on 08 9168 4100 to find out more about this role.

To be considered, you will need to submit a covering letter outlining your interest in the position and your ability to meet the Selection Criteria (maximum two pages), a current resume and any other required documentation.

Applications will be accepted until 11.45PM, Sunday 12/5/2024

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley, values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and all age groups to apply.

However, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement - acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance prior to interview stage of the recruitment process.

Attachments:
- 3200 - Position Description Manager Community Development April 2024.pdf